Site Lead – Commercial & International Projects

Leidos

Site Activation Lead for FAA's En Route Automation Modernization program involving international deployment to Kazakhstan. Lead on-site deployment and activation activities for air traffic control systems.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $87,100 - $157,450 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating deployment activities and technical operations, with a strong focus on system maintenance, project management, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proficient in software installations and technical documentation management, ensuring compliance with FAA standards.

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Project ManagementTechnical Operations SupportSystem MaintenanceCommunication SkillsFAA Compliance

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Hard Skills

Software InstallationFirmware UpgradeSystem MaintenanceTroubleshootingTechnical Documentation Management

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCollaborationCommitment to Excellence

Tools & Technologies

ERAM Technical Refresh SystemElectronic Deployment Schedule

Certifications & Qualifications

FAA Public Trust SuitabilityValid Passport

Industry Keywords

FAATechnical OperationsDeployment ActivitiesMaintenance LogsLine Replaceable Units

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate all deployment activities, communications, and planning efforts directly with FAA and Leidos personnel.
Provide daily project status updates, including in-briefs/out-briefs, schedule status, material deliveries, subcontractor activities, and deployment progress.
Assist FAA Technical Operations (TO) personnel with deployment and certification of the ERAM Technical Refresh system following installation activities.
Maintain an on-site electronic deployment schedule for each ERAM location from General Acceptance (GA) through completion of contractor maintenance responsibilities.
Perform software installations, firmware upgrades, and other system maintenance activities.
Perform on-site maintenance in accordance with approved technical manuals and procedures.
Assist TO personnel with periodic maintenance and system certification following hardware maintenance activities.
Assist TO personnel with equipment relocation and certification following hardware relocation activities.
Provide technical expertise to local TO personnel during ERAM system maintenance activities, including system monitoring, troubleshooting, and replacement of failed Line Replaceable Units (LRUs).
Assist with site spare equipment administration.
Maintain technical documentation, system data files, maintenance logs, and performance records.
Collaborate effectively across engineering, logistics, subcontractors, and FAA stakeholders to ensure successful site activation and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience) with 4+ years of professional experience; or a Master's degree with 2+ years of professional experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA Public Trust Suitability determination.
Must possess (or be able to obtain prior to deployment) a valid passport with sufficient validity to support international travel.
Must be willing and able to deploy internationally to Kazakhstan for assignments of up to 90 consecutive days.
Demonstrated commitment to personal and corporate excellence, integrity, and ethical behavior.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company-paid travel to and from deployment locations
Company-arranged lodging
Per diem provided in accordance with current U.S. State Department rates
Visa/work authorization assistance provided, if applicable