Surveillance Systems Lead Engineer

Saalex•Lexington Park, MD

1d•$150,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex Company is seeking a Surveillance Systems Lead Engineer in Patuxent River, MD. The Surveillance Systems Lead Engineer serves as the lead engineer and technical authority for airborne surveillance systems, overseeing integration, certification, and compliance across Naval Aviation platforms. Leads engineering efforts to ensure systems are safe, interoperable, and compliant with evolving airspace requirements while proactively managing certification risks.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience with airborne surveillance systems, including: ADS-B Out / ADS-B In, Mode S Transponders (EHS / ELS), TCAS, TCAS II, and ACAS systems, Cooperative surveillance and air traffic surveillance architectures
Strong knowledge of certification standards and regulatory frameworks, including: RTCA DO-260, DO-181, DO-185, DO-300, DO-385, FAA Advisory Circulars (AC 20-165, AC 20-172), ICAO Annex 10 and international surveillance requirements, NAVAIR airworthiness policies and processes
Experience in: Systems engineering and integration, Airworthiness certification and compliance processes, Requirements management, verification, and validation, Risk management, hazard analysis, and SSRAs, Test and evaluation methodologies
Proven ability to lead technical teams and provide engineering oversight across multiple programs or platforms
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field required
3+ years direct Surveillance experience
10+ years engineering experience
Active Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Naval Aviation or DoD aviation programs
Familiarity with civil/military surveillance interoperability and IFF systems (Mode A/C, Mode S, military interfaces)
Experience with advanced or emerging surveillance technologies (e.g., ACAS Xa/Xo, future CNS/ATM systems)
Prior involvement in certification boards, ANCTR processes, or airspace integration initiatives
Experience coordinating with FAA, international regulators, and industry stakeholders
Strong background in oceanic and international airspace operations
Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in a relevant discipline is preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as branch technical authority for airborne surveillance systems
Establish engineering processes, standards, and best practices
Provide oversight and technical direction to surveillance engineering team
Review engineering analyses, certification artifacts, and technical strategies
Lead certification activities for ADS-B (Out/In), Mode S, and future surveillance technologies
Support TCAS, ACAS, and collision avoidance system certification efforts
Conduct Airworthiness Reviews, Flight Clearances, and Airworthiness Certification Plans
Support ANCTR reviews, Airworthiness Technical Assessments, and certification boards
Evaluate surveillance architectures, interfaces, and system designs
Assess interoperability with Air Traffic Management (ATM) systems
Review requirements, design documentation, test procedures, and verification data
Support lifecycle integration across multiple aircraft platforms
Conduct performance assessments and interoperability evaluations
Identify system risks and support hazard analyses and SSRAs
Develop and implement mitigation strategies
Support laboratory, ground, and flight testing activities
Evaluate compliance evidence and system performance outcomes
Collaborate with PMAs, CHENGs, TWHs, FAA, industry partners, and international stakeholders
Ensure alignment with regulatory and operational requirements across organizations
Other duties as assigned or required