Electrical Engineer
Job Summary
Leidos is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC) program to provide support to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The role involves performing design engineering and project management for critical power distribution systems used in air traffic control facilities. This position is fully remote based in the eastern part of the US with 25%-50% travel.
Responsibilities
- Lead planning and design of electrical infrastructure projects
- Perform site surveys, load studies, and engineering analyses
- Use engineering software such as SKM and AutoCAD
- Prepare construction drawings, specifications, and cost estimates
- Manage project coordination activities and stakeholder communication
Required Skills
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
- 8+ years of relevant experience in critical power systems design
- Knowledge of electric codes and calculations
- Proficiency in SKM and AutoCAD
Job Details
Leidos is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC) program to provide support to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) performing design engineering and project management for critical power distribution systems used in air traffic control facilities. This position is fully remote. Based in the eastern part of the US with 25%-50% travel. Must be located in the eastern part of the US.
Electrical Engineer primary responsibilities:
- Lead the planning and design of electrical infrastructure projects, including generators, UPS systems, critical power distribution, bypass switchgear, underground distribution, and grounding/lightning protection systems.
- Perform site surveys, load studies, and engineering analyses to develop detailed reports, designs, and recommendations.
- Use engineering software such as SKM and AutoCAD to support system analysis, design development, and documentation.
- Prepare construction drawings, specifications, cost estimates, phasing plans, and review contractor design/construction submittals.
- Manage project coordination activities including safety, risk, environmental planning, stakeholder communication, and routine status reporting.
Electrical Engineer Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering degree from an ABET accredited college
- Eight or more years of relevant experience in critical power systems design including uninterruptible power systems, backup engine generators (to 300KW) and associated switchgear (or a Masters degree and 6 or more years of relevant experience)
- Current and relevant knowledge of electric codes to perform load calculations, wire sizing and layout, arc flash calculations, breaker coordination and equipment sizing and selection
- Proficiency using SKM for electrical design and analysis and AutoCAD to create and edit engineering drawings
Electrical Engineer Preferred Qualifications:
- Registered Professional Engineer in good standing in the United States
- Prior FAA experience