Aerospace Drafting Engineer – FAA NAS Projects

Leidos; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 59,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Drafting Engineer to support the FAA's National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC) program in Jamaica, NY. You will develop site-specific drawings, schedules, and specifications and produce FAA-compliant documentation with a focus on quality and accuracy.

Responsibilities include conducting surveys, gathering data, researching applicable codes, preparing trip reports, and assisting with procurement inputs, cost estimates, and reviews of shop drawings and design

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Architectural Engineering (or related field) and 2–4 years of experience.
• Experience in Building Envelope Design is preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or MicroStation and Microsoft Office Suite required.

Responsibilities

• Develop site-specific project plans, drawings, and specifications for engineering solicitation and contracting.
• Conduct site surveys, gather field data, and research relevant standards, codes, and ordinances.
• Analyze survey findings and provide actionable recommendations and engineering solutions.
• Prepare concise trip reports within two business days with scope, drawing lists, ORM checklists, and other documentation.
• Provide inputs for PRs, NAS NCPs, Airspace case documents, and government-furnished property lists.
• Generate cost estimates, project schedules, and environmental/safety assessments per FAA standards.
• Support all construction/renovation phases, review shop drawings and design proposals for compliance.
• Participate in inspections and provide engineering recommendations.

Skills

Building Envelope Design

AutoCAD/MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Public Trust clearance eligibility

Travel up to 10%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Architectural Engineering

2–4 years related experience

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Drafting Engineer to support the FAA's National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC) program in Jamaica, NY. You will develop site-specific drawings, schedules, and specifications and produce FAA-compliant documentation with a focus on quality and accuracy.

Responsibilities include conducting surveys, gathering data, researching applicable codes, preparing trip reports, and assisting with procurement inputs, cost estimates, and reviews of shop drawings and design