Systems Engineer

Position Overview

Leidos is currently seeking a System Engineer to join the NISC team in support of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) surveillance and radar modernization effort. The successful candidate will design, test, troubleshoot, and integrate electrical systems to enhance the reliability, performance, and maintainability of critical radar and surveillance technologies. This role involves developing system requirements, detailed circuit design, simulation and analysis, supporting field installations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal for a technically strong, detail-oriented engineer who excels in a collaborative environment and balances engineering work with comprehensive documentation and system-level analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engineering consultation for compliance with FAA and industry standards and recommend solutions throughout the system’s lifecycle.
• Participate in project planning, management, logistics, and strategy, advising on national engineering policies during radar modernization efforts.
• Develop simulation and graphical solutions to address complex engineering challenges using industry-accepted software and design tools.
• Manage National Change Proposal, Configuration Control Board processes, and departmental website.
• Design, analyze, and review electrical circuits, components, and subsystems for radar and surveillance systems.
• Develop and update system requirements to support modernization initiatives.
• Perform system and component-level troubleshooting, failure analysis, and root cause investigations.
• Support integration, test, and validation activities along with preparing and reviewing technical documentation (schematics, wiring diagrams, and design reports).
• Participate in design reviews, configuration management, risk assessments, and support field installations as needed.
• Undertake other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field with 8 to 12 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s Degree with 6 to 10 years of experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills demonstrated through academic work, white papers, or publications.
• Experience with CAD tools.
• Direct work experience in radar systems, RF, and microwave technology and applications.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams including power, civil, mechanical, and software engineers.
• Ability to present complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, UL, NFPA, NEC, and other industry standards related to radar, RF, microwave, and electrical safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with the FAA.
• Practical knowledge of FAA/DoD systems, technical policies, and standards.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strategic thinker skilled in developing work breakdown structures for abstract or complex problems.
• Strong initiative and follow-through in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Highly organized.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Compensation: Pay Range $104,650.00 - $189,175.00
• Benefits: Access to Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave, and Retirement plans.
• Learn more about our compensation packages and perks at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.