Systems Engineer

Job Description

Description


This role is 75% travel and remote when not traveling.

Responsibilities:

• Support system adaptation activities, including data configuration, site-specific customization and integration.
• Analyze and modify XML files used for system configuration and data exchange.
• Assist with installation, configuration and maintenance of hardware systems at FAA facilities.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including configuration records and site reports.
• Work closely with engineers, technicians and FAA stakeholders to ensure timely support.
• Comply with all FAA safety, security and quality standards during on-site work and travel.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for implementation activities for assigned TFDM Sites.
• Develop Site Implementation Plans (SIP), and other supporting documentation to guide field deployments.
• Coordinate with FAA to plan and execute system cutovers and deployments.
• Support readiness assessments and ensure all prerequisites are met for implementation.
• Participate in coordination meetings with engineering, program management, and operational stakeholders.
• Track site readiness status, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure timely and effective deployment.
• Conduct site briefings as needed to prepare operational personnel for system implementation.
• Provide implementation status reporting to program management, FAA leadership, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications


Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelors in engineering discipline or other technical degree and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; may accept additional 5 years experience in lieu of degree.
• Ability to communicate with various organizations within the FAA, including AJM, AJV, AJT, ANG, and NATCA.
• Strong knowledge of ATC operations and NAS systems.
• Skilled in using MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrate technical and managerial expertise and be fully knowledgeable and experienced in all aspects of NAS programs.
• Work independently and provide over site to other.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills using both technical and user-friendly language.
• Possess a flexible personality, self-motivated and willingness to multi-task.
• Detailed-oriented mindset and proficiency in researching and analyzing highly technical information and systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as a part of a team.
• Proven communication, analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as, have the ability to identify and resolve issues to maximize the benefit of system investments.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Proven analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.

Required Clearance:

• US Citizenship.
• FAA Suitability: ability to obtain and maintain public trust and customer approval.

Overview


SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.


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