Engineering Technician Lead - Remote-Eligible

Federal Aviation Administration (DOT); Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Telework eligibility

Job summary

The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking a first-level manager for an engineering technical team in Des Moines, WA. You will supervise engineering technicians and support staff, set priorities, monitor performance, and coordinate project delivery within established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include budget planning, resource management, and providing technical guidance while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in leading, prioritizing, and evaluating team performance.
• Experience with project installation, construction and safety standards, planning and cost management.
• Experience in UHF/VHF Communications and RF Transmission Lines, Fiber Optic Telecommunications.

Responsibilities

• Directs the work of subordinates across multiple units.
• Sets priorities, assigns tasks, monitors performance and coaches staff.
• Plans and allocates budget, staff and resources for projects.
• Applies advanced technical knowledge to project objectives and procedures.
• Manages installation/construction plans, schedules and risk assessments.
• Provides guidance and mentorship on technical and administrative issues.
• Ensures safety, permits and risk controls are in place during field work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Project management

Staff coaching

Construction oversight

Job description

The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking a first-level manager for an engineering technical team in Des Moines, WA. You will supervise engineering technicians and support staff, set priorities, monitor performance, and coordinate project delivery within established policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include budget planning, resource management, and providing technical guidance while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.