Field Implementation Engineers

Noblis; Washington (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Noblis is searching for a Field-Based Engineer in Washington, New Jersey, to lead the installation process for air traffic control systems. The ideal candidate will oversee site-specific implementations, manage stakeholder communications, and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards. Responsibilities include conducting site surveys, coordinating with teams, and providing technical leadership. Candidates should have experience in aviation-related systems and technical documentation. This position may require travel 50-75% of the time.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting FAA, NAS, air traffic control, radar, or aviation-related systems.
• Experience inspecting, inventorying, and documenting technical equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the site-specific stakeholder team.
• Lead the installation process from site surveys to system commissioning.
• Oversee hardware installation activities and ensure compliance.

Skills

Experience supporting FAA, NAS, air traffic control

Experience with hardware and software system configuration

Ability to provide technical leadership

Job description

Program Overview

This program supports the modernization of FAA facilities and air traffic control systems nationwide. Due to the scope and continued expansion of the effort, there is a strong demand for professional field-based engineers to provide engineering leadership for on-site assessments, system integration planning, and implementation of complex air traffic control systems at operational facilities, including TRACONs, terminals, and laboratory environments.

Position Summary

This is an end-to-end role where you will lead the installation process, from site surveys to system commissioning. As the single point of contact for all site activities, you will manage the site‑specific implementation, working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure a successful deployment.

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 the 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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.