• TFDM Integration Systems Engineer

    SAIC (Atlantic City, NJ)


    Description

    SAIC is seeking a Systems Engineer to provide system integration support to the FAA Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) program office. This role is onsite and up to 30% travel is required.

    Responsibilities include the following:

    + Develop and maintain integration plans that detail the sequencing, timing, and technical steps required for TFDM deployment across NAS facilities.

    + Collaborate with FAA stakeholders and contractors to align integration schedules and deliverables with broader NAS modernization efforts.

    + Support the design and management of system interfaces between TFDM and other systems such as STARS, ERAM, SWIM, TBFM, and external stakeholders.

    + Ensure compatibility and data integrity across all TFDM interfaces, including the use of FIXM and SWIM-compliant formats.

    + Develop integration test plans and participate in system integration testing (SIT), factory acceptance testing (FAT), and site acceptance testing (SAT).

    + Identify, isolate, and resolve integration defects across TFDM subsystems and interfacing systems.

    + Support the technical aspects of TFDM site implementation activities, including adaptation data validation, system configuration, and equipment compatibility assessments.

    + Coordinate with Deployment Leads and Site Implementation Teams to ensure successful system activation at terminal facilities.

    + Ensure all integration activities adhere to FAA requirements, including DO-278A software assurance levels, cybersecurity policies, and safety risk management documentation.

    + Support updates to the System Requirements Specification (SRS), Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and Site-Specific Implementation Plans (SSIPs).

    Qualifications

    Required Education and Experience:

    + Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and a minimum of 14 years of related experience.

    + Familiarity with FAA acquisition and systems engineering processes, including documentation and coordination requirements.

    + Experience in integrating work efforts involving National Airspace System (NAS) decision support systems.

    + Skilled in using MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

    + Excellent written and verbal communication skills using both technical and user-friendly language, including the ability to summarize discussions and action items.

    + Possess a flexible personality, self-motivated and willingness to multi-task.

    + Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as a part of a team.

    + Ability to investigate and troubleshoot system integration issues using logs and diagnostic tools.

    + Ability to satisfy FAA resume and security approval requirements.

    + Ability and willingness to travel.

    Required Clearance:

    + US Citizenship.

    + Ability to obtain a public trust.

     

    Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

    REQNUMBER: 2511755

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