Air Traffic Systems Field Implementation Lead

Noblis, Inc.; Jackson (MS); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Noblis is seeking expert field-based engineers to lead the end-to-end deployment of complex air traffic control systems across facilities nationwide. You will manage design reviews, requirements development, site surveys, installation, and commissioning, acting as the primary point of contact for all site activities with internal teams and external stakeholders.

You will guide hardware and software installation, SAT/CAI, IOC/ORDs, and risk management, ensuring milestones are met.

Qualifications

• Experience working around live radio operational systems and radar or safety-critical infrastructure
• Knowledge of systems engineering methodologies and system integration best practices
• Experience leading or providing engineering oversight for site assessments, installations, or system cutovers
• Familiarity with networking, power, grounding, and infrastructure standards in mission-critical environments
• Experience supporting system integration testing, site acceptance testing, or operational readiness activities
• Ability to provide technical leadership and guidance to field teams and integration personnel
• Ability to travel up to 25% (can be increased based on candidate desire or availability)
• U.S. citizen or Green Card Permanent resident (3+ U.S. residency)
• Ability to obtain suitability/FAA Public Trust clearance.
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience with Bachelor’s degree in any engineering field.
• Five years of relevant experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s Degree.
• Equivalent aviation data analyst experience in the U.S. Military or international control environment is acceptable.
• Master's Degree or MBA in related field may be substituted for Bachelor's degree and 3 years experience.
• PhD in related field may be substituted for Bachelor's degree and 7 years experience

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation process from design reviews to commissioning at on-site facilities
• Build and lead site-specific stakeholder teams and coordinate with internal and external resources
• Develop and manage the site implementation schedule to meet deadlines
• Provide program-level status reports to stakeholders and leadership
• Lead Pre-Site Surveys and on-site surveys with internal teams and contractors
• Oversee hardware and software installation to meet TFDM system requirements
• Oversee Site Acceptance Testing and Contractor Acceptance Inspection
• Coordinate cab design and rack-based equipment layout
• Support IOC/ORDs and Joint Acceptance Inspections to certify readiness
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and manage risks
• Provide regular progress updates to leadership and stakeholders

Skills

Live radio systems

Systems engineering

Field leadership

Site assessments

Travel up to 25%

US citizen/GC eligible

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Noblis is seeking expert field-based engineers to lead the end-to-end deployment of complex air traffic control systems across facilities nationwide. You will manage design reviews, requirements development, site surveys, installation, and commissioning, acting as the primary point of contact for all site activities with internal teams and external stakeholders.

You will guide hardware and software installation, SAT/CAI, IOC/ORDs, and risk management, ensuring milestones are met.