Electronics Engineer

Description

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work with one of the BEST in government contracting? Ranked by Forbes in 2018 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 a 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 will go home each day knowing YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE, resulting in one of the most REWARDING careers you could imagine.

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 (LIFT) 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.

• Evaluate existing site surveys to develop scope of work for site preparation requirements
• Conduct site surveys at remote sites for LIFT site preparation requirements
• Draft site preparation scope of work for facilities based on site survey reports and facility data
  • Identify LIFT contract CLINs required to complete site preparation
  • Develop cost estimates for site preparation
• Review contractor site prep proposals for accuracy and compliance with scope of work
• Generate ORM PRP's for site preparation and installation of LIFT equipment
• Work with SSC/TSC/AT to implement risk mitigations for LIFT implementation
• Coordinate and schedule site preparation activities with SSC/TSC/AT/LIFT personnel
• Oversee site prep and installation work performed by LIFT contractor
• Generate periodic status reports
• Update Corporate Work Plan (CWP) data
• Update facility drawings (red lines) for drafting

• 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 tools.

• Knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Assoc (NFPA) standards, National Airspace System Equipment Tower.
• Knowledge of OSHA and general construction and electrical safety standards.
• Knowledge of NAS facilities such as ASR, ATCT, VOR, ARSR, RCAG.
• Knowledge of Corporate Work Plan (CWP) 4.1.12.

Pay Range: $87,100.00 – $. 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, abilities, and internal equity.

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at

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.

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit