Electronics Engineer

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work with one of the BEST in government contracting? Ranked by Forbes as a Top government contractor and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies, Team Leidos is one you don't want to overlook.Everything we do is built on commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our employees and our community. We embrace and solve some of the world’s toughest challenges. We're focused on ensuring our customers have the right tools, technologies and tactics to keep pace with an ever-evolving world landscape. We know once you join Team Leidos, you are sure to go home at the end of each day knowing YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE, resulting in one of the most REWARDING careers you could have imagined. We Want You!The National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC) program at Leidos is seeking an Electronics Engineer to provide support to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Central Service Area - Engineering Services Group located in Des Plaines, IL.The ideal candidate will support the daily operations of the FAA’s Legacy Infrastructure to Future Technologies Portfolio and the goal of converting National Airspace Connectivity from TDM to IP. The scope includes Telecommunications Infrastructure Replacement, Small Tower Voice Switches, Air to Ground Protocol Converters and NEXCOM Radios.Job Duties Include:Evaluate existing site surveys to develop scope of work for site preparation requirementsConduct site surveys at remote sites for LIFT site preparation requirementsDraft site preparation scope of work for facilities based on site survey reports and facility dataIdentify LIFT contract CLINs required to complete site preparationDevelop cost estimates for site preparationReview contractor site prep proposals for accuracy and compliance with scope of workGenerate ORM PRP’s for site preparation and installation of LIFT equipmentWork with SSC/TSC/AT to implement risk mitigations for LIFT implementationCoordinate and scheduled site preparation activities with SSC/TSC/AT/LIFT personnelOversee site prep and installation work performed by LIFT contractorGenerate periodic status reportsUpdate Corporate Work Plan (CWP) dataUpdate facility drawings (red lines) for draftingBasic Qualifications:Electronics Engineering Degree (B.S.) with a minimum of 4 years’ experience.Ability to travel 25%-50%.Ability to obtain a Public Trust Suitability. (To be eligible for the FAA Public Trust you must be a US Citizen or a Green Card Holder who has resided in the US for the past 3 years).Proficiency in MS Office Suites.Proficient working with AutoCAD or similar toolsDesired Qualifications:Knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Assoc (NFPA) standards, National Airspace System Equipment TowerKnowledge of OSHA and general construction and electrical safety standards.If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.Original Posting:June 29, 2026For 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.Pay Range:Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00The 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 (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.SummaryLocation: Des Plaines, ILType: Full time