Safety Management System (SMS) Facilitator

Leidos

2d • $116,350 - $210,325 • Remote

About The Position

Leidos’s NISC IV program within the Civil Group is seeking a candidate with an Air Traffic Control background to support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as a Safety Management System (SMS) Facilitator. The role conducts Safety Risk Management (SRM) Panels for Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) siting studies. It focuses on proactively identifying potential operational safety concerns, validating general safety expectations, and recommending further action and involvement with field facilities on safety processes. The facilitator uses initiative to identify potential risks in the National Airspace System and recommend courses of action.

The position is 100% remote and requires approximately 25% travel. The candidate will work with project team members and government personnel, consult subject matter experts, and develop and review safety documentation in accordance with applicable FAA standards and orders.

Requirements

• Previous designation as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC).
• A bachelor's degree and 12 or more years of relevant experience, a master's degree and 10 or more years of relevant experience, or equivalent practical experience as a CPC; additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously, meet customer requirements and deadlines, prioritize tasks, and coordinate resources.
• Comfort with public speaking and facilitating SRM Panels.
• Strong writing skills and ability to communicate technical aviation information.
• Ability to obtain Public Trust Security Clearance Suitability. Eligibility requires U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent resident/Green Card holder status and consecutive U.S. residence for three of the past five years, with no breaks.
• Ability to travel approximately 25%.
• Familiarity with FAA Digital Tower Systems.
• Familiarity with the ATO SMS Manual.
• Familiarity with FAA Order 6480.4 (Siting of Airport Traffic Control Towers).

Responsibilities

• Support FAA requests to conduct or assess requirements for Safety Risk Management procedures.
• Perform National Coordination duties for ATCT siting studies as identified in FAA Order 6480.4.
• Work with project team members and government personnel in developing documentation.
• Validate technical content and acquire subject knowledge through research and consultation with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), making recommendations for improvement or resolving technical issues.
• Coordinate and participate in project meetings and document results, meeting minutes, and action items as required.
• Provide initial SRM assessments and recommendations for assigned projects.
• Facilitate SRM Panels or support development of a SRM Decision Memorandum (SRMDM).
• Develop, coordinate, review, edit, and deliver draft Safety Risk Management Documents (SRMDs) to the SRM Panel, ensuring compliance with FAA Order 1000.36 (FAA Writing Standards).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior