Radar Field Support Technician

Leidos Inc; United States; On-site; USD 59,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Field Engineer to support the NAS Integration Support Contract (NISC) for the FAA's BNATCS initiative, focusing on the Radar Surveillance Replacement (RSR) program office. You will handle installation and disposition at busy airports, working with the RSR PO and engineering leads.

The role requires high travel (75%), independent work, and close collaboration with FAA customers to maintain high-quality maintenance and adhere to the SOW requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree with relevant experience in electrical equipment and systems.
• Experience in RF/Radar systems and FAA installation environments is preferred.
• Ability to manage aggressive multi-site installation schedules with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Represent the PO at RSR sites and execute to a multi-site schedule.
• Serve as an RSR SME to program office, implementation, and engineering leads.
• Participate in site planning and preparation, including implementation plans.
• Provide onsite installation consultation and advise contractors per SOW.

Skills

RSR Field Engineer experience

FAA installation knowledge

Independent worker

Professional representation

On-site collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of relevant experience

Master's Degree with <2 years of relevant experience

Job description

Description

As one of Leidos' oldest and largest programs supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the NAS Integration Support Contract (NISC) Program is seeking a qualified professional to support the FAA's Brand-New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) initiative-specifically the Radar Surveillance Replacement (RSR) Program Office (AJM-41)-by serving as an RSR Field Engineer on the program office's implementation and disposition teams. The selected candidate will support installation and disposition for the RSR PO, at some of the nation's busiest and most critical airports.

Primary Responsibilities

• Represent the PO at RSR sites, executing to an aggressive multi-site schedule.
• Serve as an RSR subject matter expert (SME) to the RSR program office project, implementation, and engineering leads.
• Participate in final planning and site preparation, including development of site implementation plans and site visits as required.
• Provide onsite installation/construction consultation supporting implementation and disposition activities, including advising contractors on requirements based on design drawings and the statement of work (SOW).

Travel Expectations

• Travel is expected to be high 75% of the time.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of relevant experience, or Master's Degree with less than 2 years of relevant experience, or additional years of relevant experience may be considered/accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with research, design, and development of electrical equipment and systems.
• Ability to perform at a high level independently and as part of a small team, while meeting an aggressive installation schedule.
• Demonstrated commitment to high-quality maintenance practices during RSR implementation.
• Professionalism representing Leidos to FAA customers, consistent with delivering "best of the best" support.
• Hands-on field experience on one or more Radar systems in the active NAS.
• Understanding of FAA operational risk management practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of FAA construction/installation requirements at RSR sites.

NOTE: Please be advised that during the interview, you will be required to keep your camera on, and your interviewer will be taking your picture for identification purposes if an offer letter is extended to you.

Pay Range

Pay Range:Pay Range $59,150.00 - $106,925.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

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.

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