Voice Communications Switch (VCS) Systems Engineer

Peraton -
Laurel, MD

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$80,000 - $128,000 a year
6 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Customer communication
Systems integration
System design
System design for system development
Enterprise Integration
Design engineering
Systems engineering
Site surveys

Full Job Description

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.

About The Role

Shape the Future of America’s Skies with Peraton

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 delivers the mission-critical systems and services that keep our nation’s skies safe, secure, and connected.

We’re seeking innovative professionals who thrive in high-impact, mission-driven environments and are excited to help transform the future of air traffic management. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the world’s most vital transportation infrastructures while collaborating with leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.

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

Voice Communications Switch (VCS) Systems Engineer

Location: This position is remote and requires 50% travel.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Voice Communications Switch (VCS) Systems Engineer to support the installation, transition, and sustainment of next-generation Voice Communication Switch (VCS) systems. This role is critical to successful site surveys, site installation design, site preparation, system cutover, & customer acceptance, and legacy system decommissioning in operational environments.

This position requires a highly skilled VCS engineer with an aviation background who can operate independently, solve complex technical issues under time constraints, and work directly with customers and stakeholders to ensure seamless voice system transitions with minimal operational disruption.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support site surveys, site preparation, and system installation activities
Execute and support VCS system cutovers from legacy voice platforms to next-generation systems
Coordinate multiple ongoing VCS installation activities
Petrom site readiness assessments
Develop site installation plans
Provide on-site customer support and end-user orientation/training as needed
Maintain accurate technical documentation, service reports, and cutover records
Ensure compliance with safety protocols, site security, and operational standards
Coordinate closely with program management, stakeholders, customers, engineers, and other field technicians during site installation and deployment activities

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

US Citizenship with the ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust Clearance
5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD
Experience supporting site surveys and installation design efforts
Strong understanding of system architecture, integration, and technical baseline control
Experience developing or updating enterprise architecture documentation

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with government or mission-critical communication systems
Knowledge of automation platforms and large-scale system integration
Background in requirements traceability and systems verification

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Details

Target Salary Range: $80,000 - $128,000. 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 https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements: 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. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity.

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

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