Field Implementation Engineer
Description
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Field Implementation Engineer based in the United States.
The Field Implementation Engineer will play a key role in modernizing aviation facilities and air traffic control systems across the country. This end-to-end engineering position involves leading on-site assessments, system integration planning, installation, testing, and commissioning at operational facilities, airports, field sites, and laboratory environments. You will serve as the primary point of contact for site implementation activities, coordinating internal engineering teams, contractors, and external stakeholders. From initial design reviews and site surveys through operational readiness and final acceptance, you will ensure that complex systems are deployed safely and effectively. The role combines technical leadership, hands-on implementation oversight, and project coordination in highly regulated, mission-critical environments. It is an opportunity to contribute to infrastructure modernization that supports the reliability and safety of national air traffic operations.
Accountabilities
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Build and lead site-specific stakeholder teams, ensuring alignment and coordination across all parties involved in implementation.
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Serve as the primary point of contact for program activities at designated sites.
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Develop, manage, and monitor site implementation schedules, ensuring milestones and deadlines are achieved.
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Prepare and deliver program status reports, progress updates, and briefings for stakeholders and leadership.
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Lead pre-site surveys and coordinate on-site assessments, ensuring technical requirements are identified, documented, and addressed.
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Coordinate internal engineering teams and external contractors throughout installation and implementation activities.
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Oversee hardware installation, equipment setup, and configuration to ensure compliance with technical specifications.
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Supervise software installation and configuration in accordance with system requirements.
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Lead Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to verify that systems meet operational and technical requirements.
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Conduct Contractor Acceptance Inspections (CAI) to validate installation quality and completeness.
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Facilitate and document equipment cabinet design, layout, and hardware installation activities.
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Coordinate Initial Operating Capability (IOC) activities to confirm that systems are operational and ready for use.
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Conduct Joint Acceptance Inspections (JAI) and lead Operational Readiness Declarations (ORDs) to certify site readiness for full operational deployment.
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Proactively identify and manage project risks, schedule constraints, and implementation issues.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical challenges and ensure seamless project execution.
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Minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience and a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
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Five years of relevant experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.
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Equivalent aviation data analyst experience in the U.S. military or an international air traffic control environment is acceptable.
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A master's degree or MBA in a related field may substitute for a bachelor's degree and three years of experience.
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A PhD in a related field may substitute for a bachelor's degree and seven years of experience.
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Experience working with live radio operational systems, radar, or other safety-critical infrastructure.
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Knowledge of systems engineering methodologies and system integration best practices.
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Experience leading or providing engineering oversight for site assessments, equipment installations, or system cutovers.
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Familiarity with networking, power, grounding, and infrastructure standards in mission-critical environments.
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Experience supporting system integration testing, site acceptance testing, and operational readiness activities.
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Ability to provide technical leadership, direction, and guidance to field teams and integration personnel.
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Ability to travel up to 25%, with the possibility of additional travel depending on availability and preference.
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Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident with at least three years of U.S. residency.
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Ability to obtain the required suitability determination or FAA Public Trust clearance.
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Preferred qualifications:
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Experience supporting FAA, National Airspace System (NAS), air traffic control, radar, or aviation-related programs.
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Background in computer systems, electronics, or telecommunications.
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Experience with mission-critical operational systems, including radio communications.
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Familiarity with rack-based systems, laboratory environments, or data centers.
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Experience supporting site surveys, pre-installation planning, and system cutover activities.
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Strong troubleshooting skills across complex hardware, software, and network interfaces.
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Familiarity with configuration management, change control, and safety-critical or regulated environments.
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Annual salary range: $95,500–$149,200, depending on qualifications, experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.
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Health insurance and wellness benefits.
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Life and disability insurance.
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Financial and retirement benefits.
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Paid leave.
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Professional development opportunities.
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Tuition assistance.
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Work-life programs.
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Employee recognition and awards for exceptional performance.
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Benefits eligibility generally extends to full-time and part-time employees regularly working at least 20 hours per week.
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Remote work arrangement, subject to change based on organizational or government requirements.
Benefits:
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