Oceanic ATM Business Analyst

Description The Senior Business Analyst (BA) for Oceanic Air Traffic Management systems development acts as a critical liaison between ANSP operational air traffic controllers, regulatory bodies, and Leidos and co-development software teams. This role focuses on translating complex aviation safety requirements, including separation standards and satellite-based surveillance and communications requirements, into functional system specifications and user acceptance tests to modernize air navigation services. The BA will support both domestic and international proposal activities as well as the full lifecycle of ATC systems development, including requirements gathering, gap analysis, and system verification. You will ensure that new software solutions align with applicable ICAO, Eurocontrol, FAA and other international standards while maintaining the highest levels of safety and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Requirements Management: Elicit, document, and validate functional and technical requirements for En Route, Terminal, or Oceanic ATC tools. Operational Analysis: Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for innovative ATM (Air Traffic Management) solutions. Gap & Workflow Analysis: Perform gap analysis between existing legacy systems and proposed modern solutions, identifying potential usability issues or operational inconsistencies. Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as a strategic link between air traffic controllers (SMEs), system engineers, and project management to ensure operational concerns are addressed in technical designs. System Verification & UAT: Assist in requirements tracking, verification, and facilitating User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure delivered solutions meet mission-critical safety standards. Compliance & Safety: Ensure all system designs comply with aviation regulations, safety protocols, and ANSP Safety Management Systems (SMS). Required Qualifications Aviation Domain Knowledge: Deep understanding of oceanic-specific technologies likeFANS-1/A and Performance-Based Navigation (PBN). Regulatory Familiarity: Expertise in ICAO Annex 2 and international procedures for Remote Airspace Operations. Technical Proficiency: Experience with Flight Data Processing Systems (FDPS) and message switching systems for global flight data exchange. Analytical Skills: Proven ability to perform cost-benefit analysis for innovative ATM solutions and strategic advisory for aviation stakeholders. Education: Master’s degree in Aviation Management. Experience: 10+ years of experience in oceanic aviation air traffic management. ATC Expertise: Valid Air Traffic Control License from a recognized ANSP. Preferred Skills Exceptional communication skills to present complex system functions to non-technical audiences at various levels of seniority. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to handle high-intensity, mission-oriented environments. Experience with Trajectory-Based Operations (TBO) and 4D trajectory modeling for long-haul oceanic flights. Original Posting: March 23, 2026 Pay Range: Pay Range $116,350.00 - $210,325.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include 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. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Leidos