Weather Camera Systems Engineer

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for the FAA Weather Camera Program, supporting the design, implementation, and modernization of weather camera infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain complete Engineering Design and Installation Packages (EDIPs) for new and upgraded camera installations.
• Perform engineering analyses to ensure systems meet operational, environmental, and reliability requirements.
• Support configuration management activities to maintain system integrity throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct comprehensive site surveys and site evaluations to determine suitability for new weather camera installations.
• Assess existing sites for operational reliability, infrastructure condition, and upgrade potential.
• Develop detailed site survey reports documenting findings, recommendations, and implementation considerations.
• Recommend optimal site selection or relocation alternatives based on visibility, terrain, communications availability, installation cost, maintenance requirements, and long-term operational value.
• Coordinate with FAA personnel, property owners, utilities, and other stakeholders to support project planning and execution.
• Support real estate and lease coordination activities associated with site acquisition and sustainment.
• Coordinate site implementation activities including equipment installation, testing, commissioning, and acceptance.
• Produce and maintain final project documentation, engineering drawings, and as-built records.
• Provide technical writing and documentation support for engineering packages, installation guides, and operational procedures.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience or Masters degree and 6 years or Associate's degree and 10 years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 12 years experience.
• Must have the following certification: Competent Person Climber and Rescue certified.
• Experience supporting systems engineering, infrastructure deployment, or field engineering projects.
• Demonstrated experience conducting site surveys, engineering analyses, and technical evaluations.
• Familiarity with infrastructure installation and systems integration.
• Experience supporting telecommunications, aviation, or other mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• The ability to travel to remote locations.

Qualifications

• Basic Qualifications:
• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience or Masters degree and 6 years or Associate's degree and 10 years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 12 years experience.
• Must have the following certification: Competent Person Climber and Rescue certified.
• Experience supporting systems engineering, infrastructure deployment, or field engineering projects.
• Demonstrated experience conducting site surveys, engineering analyses, and technical evaluations.
• Familiarity with infrastructure installation and systems integration.
• Experience supporting telecommunications, aviation, or other mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• The ability to travel to remote locations.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience supporting FAA programs or National Airspace System (NAS) infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with FAA Weather Camera Program operations and associated Standard Operating Procedures.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Aviation Systems.
• Experience producing as-built drawings, installation records, and lifecycle documentation.
• Experience supporting remote communications, camera systems, or telecommunications infrastructure.
• Knowledge of engineering drawing development and documentation management.
• Experience supporting facility implementation, equipment installation, or field acceptance testing.
• Knowledge of real estate, lease coordination, and site acquisition processes for federal infrastructure projects.
• Experience developing training programs and technical documentation for system sustainment.
• Experience supporting aviation weather systems, surveillance systems, or remote monitoring technologies.

Pay

Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. 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

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.