Alaska Weather Camera Systems Engineer
About The Position
A3 Technology, Inc. is seeking a Weather Camera Systems Engineer to support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the design, implementation, and sustainment of critical weather camera infrastructure across Alaska, Hawaii, and the Continental United States (CONUS). This role combines systems engineering, field operations, and infrastructure modernization to ensure pilots, air traffic personnel, and aviation stakeholders have access to reliable, real-time weather information. You will work at the forefront of aviation technology, helping expand and enhance the FAA’s weather camera network by designing, evaluating, and implementing state-of-the-art camera installations in some of the nation’s most challenging and remote environments. This position is 100% on-site, located in Anchorage, Alaska. Travel to remote locations may be required.
Requirements
- Must have the following certification: Competent Person Climber and Rescue certified.
- Experience supporting systems engineering, infrastructure deployment, or field engineering projects.
- Demonstrated experience conducting site surveys, engineering analyses, and technical evaluations.
- Familiarity with infrastructure installation and systems integration.
- Experience supporting telecommunications, aviation, or other mission-critical infrastructure projects.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required FAA public trust security clearance/suitability determination.
- US Citizenship or documented proof of eligibility to work in the US is a must.
- Must be either a US citizen or a current green card holder with the last 3 consecutive years as a resident of the US.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting FAA programs or National Airspace System (NAS) infrastructure projects.
- Familiarity with FAA Weather Camera Program operations and associated Standard Operating Procedures.
- Experience producing as-built drawings, installation records, and lifecycle documentation.
- Experience supporting remote communications, camera systems, or telecommunications infrastructure.
- Knowledge of engineering drawing development and documentation management.
- Experience supporting facility implementation, equipment installation, or field acceptance testing.
- Knowledge of real estate, lease coordination, and site acquisition processes for federal infrastructure projects.
- Experience developing training programs and technical documentation for system sustainment.
- Experience supporting aviation weather systems, surveillance systems, or remote monitoring technologies.
Responsibilities
- Provide engineering support for the FAA Weather Camera Program, supporting the design, implementation, and modernization of weather camera infrastructure.
- Develop and maintain complete Engineering Design and Installation Packages (EDIPs) for new and upgraded camera installations.
- Perform engineering analyses to ensure systems meet operational, environmental, and reliability requirements.
- Support configuration management activities to maintain system integrity throughout the project lifecycle.
- Conduct comprehensive site surveys and site evaluations to determine suitability for new weather camera installations.
- Assess existing sites for operational reliability, infrastructure condition, and upgrade potential.
- Develop detailed site survey reports documenting findings, recommendations, and implementation considerations.
- Recommend optimal site selection or relocation alternatives based on visibility, terrain, communications availability, installation cost, maintenance requirements, and long-term operational value.
- Perform field activities requiring travel to remote and geographically diverse locations throughout Alaska, Hawaii, and CONUS.
- Coordinate with FAA personnel, property owners, utilities, and other stakeholders to support project planning and execution.
- Support real estate and lease coordination activities associated with site acquisition and sustainment.
- Coordinate site implementation activities including equipment installation, testing, commissioning, and acceptance.
- Produce and maintain final project documentation, engineering drawings, and as-built records.
- Provide technical writing and documentation support for engineering packages, installation guides, and operational procedures.
Benefits
- Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
- Affirmative Action (AA) employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
