Electrical Engineer

Leidos•Fort Worth, TX

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Leidos is seeking an Electrical Engineer for its National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC) program. The role supports the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Central Service Area – Engineering Services Group in Fort Worth, Texas, and the daily operations of the FAA’s EnRoute Group. The engineer plans and designs electrical systems for FAA buildings and structures, supports construction and inspection activities, and coordinates projects with stakeholders, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams. The position involves managing multiple projects through design, construction, cutover, testing, and restoration, while maintaining project documentation and communicating progress to the team, management, and stakeholders. Travel may be required up to 25% of the time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a power-related degree from an accredited college or university and at least 6 years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, concise general and technical documentation and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, team members, and management levels.
Extensive experience designing 120/208V and 480V electrical systems, including additions, modifications, and new construction.
Extensive understanding and experience applying the National Electric Code to modifications and new builds.
Knowledge of electrical trade installation methods, techniques, and hardware used in construction drawings.
Experience designing electrical circuits and breakers for pumps, motors, air handlers, and other mechanical systems.
Experience designing and modifying electrical distribution for commercial, industrial, or government facilities, including standby engine generators and uninterruptible power systems (UPS).
Experience performing load calculations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to organize documentation and work with general documentation systems.
Strong experience with AutoCAD.
Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting the Federal Aviation Administration.
Experience with power system analysis software such as EDSA Power Analytics and SKM Systems Analysis Power Tools.
Experience conducting and interpreting arc flash studies.

Responsibilities

Plan and design electrical systems for a variety of FAA buildings and structures.
Conduct on-site surveys to develop scaled designs and detailed reports.
Test and analyze power systems and participate in construction, CAI, and JAI final inspections.
Work with engineering staff and other personnel to identify and resolve design or implementation problems.
Coordinate design components with multidisciplinary teams and prepare drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics for site-specific modifications and new construction.
Prepare construction drawings, site-specific specifications, contract documents, and independent cost estimates.
Perform project management and communication tasks, including developing safety plans, sequences of work, and cutover plans.
Generate and coordinate Integrated Risk Management Checklists, communication plans, and project risk registers to meet Operational Risk Management requirements.
Coordinate and complete work permits related to potential lead and asbestos impacts during construction.
Participate in pre-construction and on-site construction meetings with stakeholders to coordinate electrical systems with other projects.
Plan, schedule, and coordinate construction project activities to meet milestones and deadlines, working with stakeholders and contractors.
Manage and participate in on-site cutovers, testing, and facility restoration.
Prepare, maintain, and periodically update project information for the team, management, and stakeholders.
Manage multiple projects toward successful, on-time completion.
Review contractor design and construction submittals.
Perform internal design reviews of FAA-designed power projects.
Communicate effectively in writing and verbally, including producing clear and concise general and technical documentation and coordinating tactfully with stakeholders, peers, and management.