Field Services Technician

Peraton

$86K — $138K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 8 years relevant experience with Bachelor's degree; 6 years with Master's or 3 years with Ph.D., or 12 years in lieu of degree
  • US Citizen with ability to obtain public trust clearance
  • Hands-on experience with Voice Communication Switch (VCS) systems or mission-critical platforms
  • Experience with system cutovers, migrations, or technology refresh initiatives
  • Strong knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure, VoIP technologies, and cabling standards
  • Excellent troubleshooting and root-cause diagnostic skills
  • Familiarity with high-uptime operational environments

Responsibilities

  • Lead site surveys, preparation, and system installation activities
  • Execute VCS system cutovers from legacy platforms to next-gen systems
  • Decommission legacy voice communication systems
  • Conduct independent system testing and validation for compliance and integrity
  • Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of VCS and telecom/IT infrastructure
  • Identify and resolve voice, network, and hardware faults using diagnostic tools
  • Provide customer support and end-user training as needed

Benefits

  • Remote work flexibility
  • Extensive travel opportunity (up to 95%)
  • Engagement in high-visibility operations
  • Professional development in next-gen technology transitions
  • Collaboration with cross-functional technical teams
Full Job Description
Responsibilities
Position Overview

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

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

 

This position is remote with 95% travel requirements. 

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

  • Perform decommissioning of legacy voice communication systems

  • Conduct independent system testing and validation to confirm:

    • Power installation compliance

    • Cabling integrity and standards adherence

    • Equipment and site specification alignment

  • Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of VCS and supporting telecom/IT infrastructure

  • Use diagnostic tools to identify and resolve voice, network, and hardware faults

  • Support preventive maintenance and system health checks

  • 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 engineers, program teams, and other field technicians during deployment activities

Qualifications

Required Technical Experience

  • Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD, 12 years in lieu of degree
  • US Citizen with the ability to obtain a public trust clearance
  • Hands-on experience with Voice Communication Switch (VCS) systems or similar mission-critical voice platforms

  • Experience supporting system cutovers, migrations, or technology refresh efforts

  • Knowledge of:

    • Telecommunications infrastructure

    • VoIP technologies

    • Cabling standards and power validation

    • Networked voice systems

  • Strong troubleshooting and root-cause diagnostic skills

  • Experience using test equipment and diagnostic tools in field environments

  • Familiarity with operational environments where uptime and reliability are critical

Professional Skills
  • Excellent technical problem-solving ability

  • Strong customer service and communication skills

  • Ability to work independently in remote field locations

  • Strong documentation and reporting discipline

  • High attention to detail and adherence to procedures

  • Effective time management and ability to meet deployment timelines

  • Team-oriented mindset with ability to collaborate across technical disciplines

Work Environment
  • Field-based role supporting operational and technical sites

  • Extensive travel (up to 95%)

  • Work may occur in active operational environments requiring strict adherence to procedures and standards

This role is ideal for a senior technician who thrives in high-visibility cutover environments and enjoys being the person who ensures mission-critical voice systems come online smoothly and correctly the first time.

  Target Salary Range$86,000 - $138,000. 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.

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