Aviation Systems Architect – NextGen & NAS

Noblis; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 138,420 - 264,300; Full time

Job summary

Noblis is seeking Principal Engineers/Aviation Specialists to support FAA Air Traffic Systems and Surveillance Services. You will lead complex programs, define performance requirements, and shape the transition to NextGen capabilities. Expertise in FAA processes, NAS architecture, and safety plans is essential.

Join Noblis PMO to influence national airspace modernization, manage senior contractor teams, and deliver enterprise-grade system solutions with broad federal impact.

Qualifications

• FAA background investigation and suitability required.
• Experience in aviation or federal sector preferred.
• Extensive experience with ATC systems including automation, comms, nav, surveillance.
• Strong in standards development and safety plans.
• Excellent problem-solving and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior advisory and domain knowledge on FAA or government.
• Lead complex projects for air traffic management systems and surveillance tech.
• Guide transition from current ATC to NextGen capabilities.
• Develop enterprise architecture products and system specifications.
• Create requirements traceability and interface documents.

Skills

FAA processes

ATC systems knowledge

system safety & risk management

lead complex projects

strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree substitution for experience

PhD substitution for experience

Tools

System Architect

DOORS

CORE

Cameo

Job description

Noblis is seeking Principal Engineers/Aviation Specialists to support FAA Air Traffic Systems and Surveillance Services. You will lead complex programs, define performance requirements, and shape the transition to NextGen capabilities. Expertise in FAA processes, NAS architecture, and safety plans is essential.

Join Noblis PMO to influence national airspace modernization, manage senior contractor teams, and deliver enterprise-grade system solutions with broad federal impact.