FAA Infrastructure Senior Field Technician

ERAM Modernization Program

Location: Nationwide Travel (CONUS) Employment Type: Full-Time W2 Shift: Primarily Night Shift (Typical Schedule 9 PM - 5 AM) Travel: Up to 100% Clearance: Must be eligible for FAA Public Trust Compensation: $30 - $35/hour W2 + Travel Benefits + Overtime Opportunities

Build the Future of America's Airspace

Sebenza is seeking experienced Field Installation Technicians to support the Federal Aviation Administration's En Route Automation Modernization (ERAM) Program. This mission-critical effort supports the technology infrastructure that powers the National Airspace System and helps ensure the safe movement of aircraft across the United States.

If you enjoy hands-on technical work, nationwide travel, and the opportunity to support systems that impact millions of travelers every day, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Field Installation Technician III, you will work alongside a national deployment team supporting installation and modernization efforts at FAA facilities throughout the United States.

Responsibilities include:

  • Installation of communications and data cabling systems
  • CAT5/CAT6 cable assembly, installation, and testing
  • Installation of electronic equipment and hardware
  • Equipment verification and validation activities
  • Material receipt and inventory verification
  • Support deployment planning and execution activities
  • Participate in technical meetings and installation reviews
  • Follow detailed installation procedures and site documentation
  • Ensure compliance with FAA and customer safety requirements

These activities support ERAM ES3 EAF500 deployments across multiple FAA locations nationwide.

Required Qualifications

  • 3 to 6 years of relevant field installation experience
  • Experience installing CAT5/CAT6 cabling using RJ45 connections
  • Experience installing electronic equipment in operational facilities
  • Technical Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Must be willing and able to travel continuously throughout the United States
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
  • Ability to climb ladders and work in equipment rooms
  • Ability to work in low-light operational environments
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Valid Driver's License with Real ID
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Ability to obtain and maintain FAA Public Trust suitability clearance 

Preferred Qualifications

  • FAA facility experience
  • Air Traffic Control systems experience
  • Aviation systems installation experience
  • Structured cabling certifications
  • Network infrastructure deployment experience
  • Experience supporting government modernization programs 

Why Sebenza?

  • Mission-focused work supporting the FAA
  • Nationwide travel opportunities
  • Long-term modernization program through 2028
  • Competitive compensation
  • Company-sponsored travel
  • Growth into team lead and deployment leadership opportunities
  • Join a company known for supporting critical federal programs
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