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Electronics Engineer

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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 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 (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.

Job Duties Include

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 scheduled 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

Basic 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.

Proficiency in MS Office Suites.

Proficient working with AutoCAD or similar tools.

Desired Qualifications

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

Original Posting October 17, 2025

For 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 $85,150.00 - $153,925.00

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 (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.

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Engineering and Information Technology

Industries Software Development

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