We are looking for an innovative Civil engineer to design, develop and construct a range of projects supporting the National Aerospace System of the Federal Aviation Administration. This is for our office in the SeaTac area in greater Seattle.
This job posting is a part of an ongoing recruitment effort to ensure a qualified pool of candidates for potential needs in this department. This is not a posting to fulfill any specific vacancy.
This is a Bargaining Unit Position with NATCA-X: The National Air Traffic Controllers Association.
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED. Green card is insufficient.
Duties:
Develop engineering designs and site adaptation of standard engineering designs. Conducts site surveys for facilities and systems, as well as, develops and coordinates project scope, cost estimates, facility and NAS risk mitigation, project schedules, resource requirements, and project closeout for assigned projects.
Conducts engineering analysis and studies for establishment, sustainment and maintenance projects. Estimates, manages, and accounts for funding of assigned projects. Initiates, modifies, and assesses task orders/work/releases/contracts with Technical Support Services Contract (TSSC), – NAS (National Air Space) Integration Support Contract (NISC), and others in response to changes in scope, performance and cost. Reviews and approves contractor submittal. Interfaces with Logistics on contract award, contract modifications and materials acquisitions.
Performs the full range of construction and/or installation activities including the conduct of daily operations, overall schedule reviews, drawing approvals, project coordination, safety and environmental requirements, and interfacing with Logistics on contract award, contract modification and material acquisitions. Performs the full range of Contracting Officer’s Representative (COTR)/Technical On Site Representative (TOR) duties for implementation construction and installation activities. Accountable for ensuring conformance with established FAA regulations, policies, and procedures.
Performs multiple, varying, and complex assignments and plans the implementation of projects/programs under limited direction of a manager, a project/program manager, or more experienced engineer. Applies experience and advanced knowledge of engineering principles, theories, and concepts to accomplish assigned design and installation of navigation and landing aid projects such as instrument landing systems and approach lighting systems. Understands how his/her technical area interacts with/is affected by other disciplines, and considers the interactions and impacts of all disciplines on projects. Defines, plans, and organizes assigned resources to accomplish organizational objectives.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable with creating an engineering plan. They should have experience with AutoCAD and be able to utilize strong design skills in order to create visual aids. By utilizing strong organizational and communication skills, this candidate will also have the ability to execute a project based on the criteria outlined.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with project managers to establish project timelines and designs
- Develop diagrams and visual aids and prepare design specifications
- Execute project based on outlined criteria
- Communicate complex engineering related information orally and in writing to diverse audiences, some of whom may not have a background in the subject matter
- Have knowledge of the National Airspace System (NAS), which includes the systems and facilities that interrelate for the control of aircraft movement.
- Solve problems with persons inside and outside the organization to find mutually beneficial solutions
- Plan and manage multiple simultaneous projects and work activities in accordance with cost, schedule, and technical baselines
- Maintain and build collaborative relationships
- TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- For an office engineer position, which is 30% travel or less: Minimum 2 years of civil engineering experience related to site design, land development and land use permitting
- For an entry level engineer position. No civil experience required, but must be open to 75% travel, or even higher on some teams
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
- Ideally minimum 2 years of civil engineering experience related to site design, land development and land use permitting, but entry level positions with full time travel between on site construction available
- Experience with AutoCAD
- Strong organizational, analytical, communication skills and design skills
Conditions of Employment
- US Citizenship is required
- Valid Driver’s License
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
- This position has a positive education requirement. Transcript(s) required.
- Successful completion of a security investigation.
- Travel from 25% to 90%, depending on position offered
- Mix of telework and working from the office. Currently employees are required to come in to the office twice a week.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $61,335.00 - $152,671.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you a U.S. Citizen? A green card is insufficient
Education:
Experience:
- civil engineer: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person