Field Implementation Engineers

Noblis; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 53,280 - 218,475; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, life, and disability benefits

Paid leave and professional development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Noblis is looking for a Senior Engineer to lead the implementation of air traffic control systems in Hartford, Connecticut. The role involves managing stakeholder teams, overseeing hardware installations, and ensuring operational readiness.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 15 years’ experience in systems engineering, strong leadership capabilities, and familiarity with FAA-related systems. A comprehensive benefits package is offered alongside a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Experience around live operational systems.
• Ability to travel to operational sites (50-75%).

Responsibilities

• Lead site-specific stakeholder teams for program activities.
• Manage hardware and software installation activities.
• Oversee compliance through Site Acceptance Testing.

Skills

FAA/NAS systems support

Systems engineering

Technical leadership

Operational readiness certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

Tools

Networking equipment

Hardware inspection tools

Job description

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the site‑specific stakeholder team, ensuring alignment across all parties.
• Act as the single point of contact for all program activities at the designated site.
• Develop and manage the TFDM site implementation schedule to ensure deadlines are met.
• Provide program‑level status reports to stakeholders and leadership.
• Lead and coordinate Pre‑Site Surveys, ensuring requirements are identified and documented.
• Lead and manage on‑site surveys, coordinating with internal teams and external contractors.
• Oversee hardware installation activities, ensuring proper setup and configuration of equipment.
• Supervise software installation to ensure correct configuration per TFDM system requirements.
• Oversee Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to ensure compliance with operational requirements.
• Complete Contractor Acceptance Inspection (CAI) to validate installation quality.
• Facilitate and document cab design activities and layout.
• Ensure successful installation of cab hardware and oversee related activities.
• Facilitate TFDM Initial Operating Capability (IOC), ensuring system is operational and ready.
• Conduct Joint Acceptance Inspections (JAI) to ensure system readiness.
• Lead and conduct Operational Readiness Declaration (ORD) to certify the site for full operational use.
• Ensure that program schedules and milestones are met, proactively managing risks.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless execution and resolution of issues.Provide regular project updates and progress reports to leadership and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Experience supporting FAA, NAS, air traffic control, radar, or aviation‑related systems
• Experience working around live operational systems, including 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
• Active or eligible security clearance, if required by program or contract

Basic Qualifications

• Experience working with hardware, cabling, and networking equipment in field environments
• Experience inspecting, inventorying, and documenting technical equipment
• Ability to verify power, grounding, and physical connectivity requirements
• Familiarity with data center‑style or operational facility environments
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate technical documentation
• Experience with hardware and software system configuration
• Ability to perform system checkout, troubleshooting, and validation activities
• Understanding of system integration concepts, interfaces, and dependencies
• Ability to follow and implement engineering specifications and procedures
• Willingness and ability to travel to operational sites (50‑75% Travel)

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with air traffic control or other mission‑critical operational systems
• Background in computer systems, electronics, or telecommunications
• Experience with rack‑based systems, labs, or data‑center environments
• Ability to support engineering teams through site surveys, pre‑installation, and cutover activities
• Experience with system integration testing, site acceptance testing, and troubleshooting complex hardware, software, and network interfaces
• Familiarity with configuration management, change control, and working in safety‑critical or regulated environments

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Senior‑level – Minimum of 15 years’ experience with bachelor’s degree in any engineering field. Substitutions: High‑school and an additional 9 years of experience. Associate and an additional 6 years of experience. Master’s degree 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. Compensation Range: $103,950 - $218,475.
• Mid‑level – Minimum of 10 years’ experience with bachelor’s degree in any engineering field. Substitutions: High‑school and an additional 9 years of experience. Associate and an additional 6 years of experience. Master’s degree 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. Compensation Range: $85,950 - $149,200.
• Junior‑level – Minimum of 2 years’ experience with bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline. Substitutions: High school and an additional 9 (11 years total) years of experience. Associate and an additional 6 years (8 years total) of experience. A Bachelors Degree in any field and 5 years of experience. Master’s degree 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. Compensation Range: $53,280 - $123,300.

Benefits

• Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits
• Paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work‑life programs
• Employee awards for exceptional performance and service standards
• Eligibility for full‑time and part‑time employees (minimum 20 hours a week) for benefit programs
• Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.

Posted Salary Range

• USD $53,280.00 - USD $218,475.00 per year

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us. EEO is the Law | Right to Work | E-Verify.