Build Lead - Lead Software Engineer

Leidos is seeking a Lead Software Engineer who will be the Build Lead for a dynamic team working on the development of software that improves aircraft runway and terminal congestion. Nationwide congestion is increasing, and the need for efficient aircraft traffic planning is critical. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) is the surface management solution that will provide NextGen Air Traffic Control capabilities to improve air traffic operations in the National Airspace System (NAS). The Terminal Flight Data Management (TFDM) program is a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) NextGen program based on airport surface management, providing efficiencies for both the airport surface and terminal airspace by delivering a comprehensive integrated surface traffic control and management system. TFDM functions include: Surface Collaborative Decision Making (SCDM), departure scheduler and other airport decision tools, Electronic Flight Data (EFD), Enhanced Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) Traffic Flow Management System (TFMS), replacement or integration of multiple systems in the National Airspace System (NAS). TFDM will share data among controllers, aircraft operators, and airports so they can better stage arrivals and departures and manage traffic flow within terminal airspace for greater efficiency. Stakeholders will have a shared awareness of flights on the ground and in the air, the ability to exchange data electronically, with the goal of a continuous real‑time picture of traffic volume and airport resources, making flights more efficient from gate to gate. Responsibilities Resolve all build dependencies including SW/COTS/FOSS to get a successful build. Manage cross‑team dependencies by identifying and helping resolve them in a timely fashion. Manage SLOC growth by working with teams to identify growth ahead of time and help manage SLOC. Help management validate and provide actual SLOC at the end of each release. Manage the Build Release Plan, including movement of features from one release to another and responsible for working through the Engineering Change Process to update the Baseline Build Release Plan. Run the Scrum of Scrums meeting and help remove impediments/roadblocks that are impacting the product team’s ability to meet the Build/Release Plan with Product Team Management and Deputy CE Leads. Responsible for Release Planning events prior to the start of each release. Help teams perform efficiently by identifying/implementing necessary scripts to automate tasks in development tools. Manage team defects by identifying, validating defects periodically and guiding the teams for defect creation as needed. Desired Skills Highly organized, demonstrating the ability to work independently at times due to a fast‑paced and highly productive work environment. Air Traffic Knowledge and experience working on Air Traffic programs. Pay Range $87,100.00 – $157,450.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and is 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 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