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Electronics Technician (ACLS)

2026-163460

CAtegory:

Engineering

Clearance:

Public Trust

Location:

Bethesda
,
Maryland

Telecommute:

No remote/telework allowed
About Peraton

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Program Overview
About The Role

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA’s Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton helps deliver the systems and services that keep our nation’s skies safe and connected. We’re looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the world’s most vital transportation infrastructures, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.

 

At Peraton, you won’t just support the mission — you’ll define it.

 

This role will be onsite in Bethesda, MD. 

Position Overview

The Electronics Technician (ACLS) is a field-based technical professional responsible for supporting site surveys, site preparation, system installation, system cutover, and legacy system decommissioning in coordination with customers and project teams. This role helps deploy and transition communication and electronic systems while ensuring installations meet technical specifications and site requirements.

The position requires strong hands-on technical ability, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work directly with customers in operational field environments.


Key Responsibilities

  • Support coordination and execution of:

    • Site surveys

    • Site preparation activities

    • System installations

    • System cutovers

    • Legacy system decommissioning

  • Perform testing to validate power, grounding, and cabling installations

  • Confirm installations comply with equipment specifications and site requirements

  • Install mobile and fixed-base radio systems, including:

    • Antennas

    • Transceivers

    • Amplifiers

    • Power supplies

  • Integrate radio and communication hardware with vehicle electronics, control systems, or IT/network infrastructure

  • Assist in ensuring reliable voice and data transmission

  • Conduct testing and calibration using tools such as:

    • SWR meters

    • Wattmeters

    • Signal generators

  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical and signal performance issues

  • Document installation, configuration, and testing results

  • Provide on-site customer support and technical assistance

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD, 9 years in lieu of degree
  • US Citizenship and the ability to obtain a public trust clearance 
  • Experience in electronics, RF communications, or radio system installation

  • Knowledge of RF fundamentals and antenna systems

  • Experience working with mobile or fixed communication systems

  • Ability to use RF testing and diagnostic equipment

  • Strong troubleshooting and technical problem-solving skills

  • Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and installation diagrams

  • Experience validating cabling and power installations

  • Strong communication and customer service skills

  • Ability to work in field environments and travel as required


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting aviation, transportation, or mission-critical communication systems

  • Familiarity with system cutover and legacy system removal activities

  • Experience working on multi-site deployment projects

  • Basic knowledge of network integration for voice/data systems

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at <a href="https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.&nbsp;

Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.&nbsp;

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.