Drafting Engineer

Leidos; New York (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Drafting Engineer to support the FAA's NISC program at the Jamaica, NY site. You will develop site-specific drawings and specifications, conduct field surveys, and ensure compliance with FAA standards through all project phases.

The role requires proficiency in AutoCAD or MicroStation and MS Office, plus the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance and travel up to 10% for field tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Architectural Engineering or related field required.
• 2–4 years of related experience preferred; substitution allowed for degree.
• Experience with Building Envelope Design and site-specific projects is required.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or MicroStation and MS Office is required.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance and travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Develop site-specific project plans, drawings, and specifications used for engineering project solicitation and contracting.
• Conduct site surveys, gather field data, and research relevant standards, codes, and FAA requirements.
• Analyze survey findings and provide actionable recommendations and engineering solutions.
• Prepare trip reports within two business days with scope of work, drawing lists, ORM checklists, and project documentation.
• Provide inputs for PRs, NAS Change Proposals, Airspace documents, and property lists.
• Generate cost estimates, project schedules, and FAA-compliant environmental/safety assessments.
• Support construction/renovation phases, review shop drawings and proposals for technical compliance.
• Participate in JAI and CAI inspections and advise on engineering issues.
• Conduct feasibility and cost-benefit studies.
• Create accurate FAA-compliant project drawings.

Skills

Building Envelope Design

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Public Trust clearance

Travel up to 10%

Education

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

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Description

Drafting Engineer – National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC)

Location: FAA Central Service Area, Jamaica, NY

Leidos is seeking a Drafting Engineer to support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Engineering Services Group within the National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC) program. In this role, you’ll apply your technical expertise to a variety of complex engineering assignments that directly support the modernization and sustainment of critical FAA infrastructure.

You will work with a high degree of independence while collaborating closely with Project Engineers to deliver high‑quality, site‑specific engineering documentation and solutions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop site‑specific project plans, drawings, and specifications used for engineering project solicitation and contracting.
• Conduct site surveys, gather field data, and research all relevant standards, codes, and ordinances (state, local, federal, FAA).
• Analyze survey findings and provide actionable recommendations and engineering solutions.
• Prepare concise trip reports within two business days, including scope of work, drawing lists, ORM checklists, and other required project documentation.
• Provide essential inputs for Purchase Requests (PRs), NAS Change Proposals (NCPs), Airspace case documents, and government‑furnished property lists.
• Generate cost estimates, project schedules, and environmental/safety compliance assessments per FAA standards and guidelines.
• Support all phases of construction and renovation projects, including reviewing shop drawings, design proposals, and compliance with technical requirements.
• Participate in Joint Acceptance Inspections (JAI) and Contractor Acceptance Inspections (CAI), offering recommendations for engineering‑related issues.
• Conduct feasibility and cost‑benefit engineering studies.
• Create accurate and FAA‑compliant project drawings.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Architectural Engineering and 2–4 years of related experience (additional experience may substitute for degree).
• Experience in Building Envelope Design.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of Unstaffed Infrastructure Sustainment (UIS) facilities.
• Familiarity with NASET/NASEB facilities, HVAC, power systems, general construction, HAZMAT, fire detection, security, site work.
• Experience with shelters, roofing, communication towers, Navigational Aids, earthwork, roads, and trenching.
• Knowledge of Corporate Work Plan (CWP) 4.1.12.

Pay Range

Pay Range $59,150.00 - $106,925.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.