Airspace​/Aviation Analyst

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The Digital Modernization Sector brings together our digital transformation and IT programs, allowing us to better serve our customers through scale and repeatability.

Our NISC IV program is seeking an Airspace / Aviation Analyst to work in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Western Service Center in Des Moines, WA.

The candidate will provide support in the review of proposed airspace changes, National Airspace System (NAS) impact analysis, aviation noise studies, Special Use-Military Use Airspace, recurring facility and airspace review work groups/committees, and community outreach.

• Provide SME by analyzing impacts to current uses of the NAS from proposed airspace changes.
• Provide technical and analytical support to analyze complex airspace issues.
• Analyze flight track data and create operational scenarios using airspace reporting and mapping tools.
• Assist with statistical analysis including trend analysis, root cause analysis and prepare presentations and reports from this data.
• Track airspace documents as scheduled for publication or public comment.
• Participate in community involvement on federal projects involving changes to the NAS.
• Provide coordination between the FAA, environmental specialists, and FAA field facilities on formal and informal processes for community involvement on FAA projects.
• Analyze and document noise inquiries from the public, communities, and Congressional Inquiries.
• Act as ATC SME for on‑call duties, as required, which include but are not limited to handling and communicating VIP movements, relaying and forwarding key messages, Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMS), Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR) authorizations, and airspace waivers.

• Must be able to work onsite in Des Moines, WA.
• Position requires approximately 10% travel.

• Requires BS degree and 4+ years of prior relevant experience OR Masters with 2+ years of prior relevant experience. Additional years of relevant experience may be considered/accepted in lieu of degree.
• Previous designation as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC).
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance Suitability (U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident/Green Card holder who has resided in the U.S.A for the past 3 years of the past 5 years consecutively with no breaks).
• Experience in a staff environment preparing written documents, memos and briefs.
• Familiarity with FAA organizational structure, policies, and procedures.

Program budget salary could fall between $95,000 to $110,000, based on relevant experience and assessment.

Benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

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.