Leidos
Description
Leidos is seeking a
Systems Integration & Test Engineer
who will be a member of a dynamic team on the Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) program. TFDM is a system that will improve aircraft runway and terminal congestion. Nationwide congestion is increasing, and the need for efficient aircraft traffic planning is critical. 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).
Candidate can be based out of Gaithersburg, MD or Egg Harbor, NJ
TFDM program is a Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) NextGen program based on airport surface management provides that efficiencies for both the airport surface and terminal airspace by providing a new and comprehensive integrated surface traffic control and management system.
Systems Integration Test Engineer responsibilities: Working both as a member of a team and independently, the successful candidate will:
Perform testing in Physical and Virtual test labs to ensure the system, test procedure, and test inputs are prepared to execute with the customer present.
Execute procedures that verify the system is properly configured and operating in the NAS.
Coordinate activities, communication, and planning efforts with FAA and Leidos personnel.
Debug system level issues and provide detailed supporting data on identified issues.
Understand System Level Requirements and perform system interface checkouts.
Work with team lead to provide guidance to fellow test team members and ensure team goals are appropriately set to meet all program milestones.
Execute commands for remote support staff (ILE/Networking) and provide feedback to solve problems remotely.
Analyze identified issues in conjunction with System Engineering and Software to develop solutions.
Learn system architecture, design, functions, and capabilities to support the integration and test of the new capabilities and enhancements.
Collaborate with the TFDM system engineering team to develop test approaches for new and modified requirements.
Ability to conduct Testing at Air Traffic Control Towers (ATCT) in operational site conditions with the FAA customer when required.
Perform formal test execution with the customer and quality assurance organizations.
Understand XML data and troubleshoot connection issues with network configurations, IP addresses, JMS queue configurations, etc.
Demonstrate test execution to the FAA on a run for record to achieve customer acceptance of the content per release.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Be able to support travel (20% of time).
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 8+ years of professional experience; or 6+ years of professional experience with a related Master’s degree.
Candidate must be able to obtain an SF-85P Public Trust clearance from the FAA customer.
Experience with UNIX/Linux operating system, troubleshoot connection/network configurations skills.
Experience in following a documented Integration and Test Development Process.
Strong integration skills with hands‑on experience integrating large software complex systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interface with internal and external customers.
Willing to collaborate with FAA customer on sites to build system knowledge.
Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00
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.
Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Original Posting December 19, 2025
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.
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Leidos is seeking a
Systems Integration & Test Engineer
who will be a member of a dynamic team on the Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) program. TFDM is a system that will improve aircraft runway and terminal congestion. Nationwide congestion is increasing, and the need for efficient aircraft traffic planning is critical. 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).
Candidate can be based out of Gaithersburg, MD or Egg Harbor, NJ
TFDM program is a Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) NextGen program based on airport surface management provides that efficiencies for both the airport surface and terminal airspace by providing a new and comprehensive integrated surface traffic control and management system.
Systems Integration Test Engineer responsibilities: Working both as a member of a team and independently, the successful candidate will:
Perform testing in Physical and Virtual test labs to ensure the system, test procedure, and test inputs are prepared to execute with the customer present.
Execute procedures that verify the system is properly configured and operating in the NAS.
Coordinate activities, communication, and planning efforts with FAA and Leidos personnel.
Debug system level issues and provide detailed supporting data on identified issues.
Understand System Level Requirements and perform system interface checkouts.
Work with team lead to provide guidance to fellow test team members and ensure team goals are appropriately set to meet all program milestones.
Execute commands for remote support staff (ILE/Networking) and provide feedback to solve problems remotely.
Analyze identified issues in conjunction with System Engineering and Software to develop solutions.
Learn system architecture, design, functions, and capabilities to support the integration and test of the new capabilities and enhancements.
Collaborate with the TFDM system engineering team to develop test approaches for new and modified requirements.
Ability to conduct Testing at Air Traffic Control Towers (ATCT) in operational site conditions with the FAA customer when required.
Perform formal test execution with the customer and quality assurance organizations.
Understand XML data and troubleshoot connection issues with network configurations, IP addresses, JMS queue configurations, etc.
Demonstrate test execution to the FAA on a run for record to achieve customer acceptance of the content per release.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Be able to support travel (20% of time).
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 8+ years of professional experience; or 6+ years of professional experience with a related Master’s degree.
Candidate must be able to obtain an SF-85P Public Trust clearance from the FAA customer.
Experience with UNIX/Linux operating system, troubleshoot connection/network configurations skills.
Experience in following a documented Integration and Test Development Process.
Strong integration skills with hands‑on experience integrating large software complex systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interface with internal and external customers.
Willing to collaborate with FAA customer on sites to build system knowledge.
Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00
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.
Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Original Posting December 19, 2025
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.
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