Site Implementation Engineer

Noblis is a company that tackles the nation's toughest problems and applies advanced solutions to critical missions. They are seeking an experienced Site Implementation Engineer to support the FAA in implementing the Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) system, leading the installation process and managing site-specific implementation activities.

Responsibilities:

• Build and lead the site-specific stakeholder team, ensuring alignment across all parties
• Act as the single point of contact for all program activities at the designated site
• Develop and manage the TFDM site implementation schedule to ensure deadlines are met
• Provide program-level status reports to stakeholders and leadership
• Lead and coordinate Pre-Site Surveys, ensuring requirements are identified and documented
• Lead and manage on-site surveys, coordinating with internal teams and external contractors
• Oversee hardware installation activities, ensuring proper setup and configuration of equipment
• Supervise software installation to ensure correct configuration per TFDM system requirements
• Oversee Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to ensure compliance with operational requirements
• Complete Contractor Acceptance Inspection (CAI) to validate installation quality
• Facilitate and document cab design activities and layout
• Ensure successful installation of cab hardware and oversee related activities
• Facilitate TFDM Initial Operating Capability (IOC), ensuring system is operational and ready
• Conduct Joint Acceptance Inspections (JAI) to ensure system readiness
• Lead and conduct Operational Readiness Declaration (ORD) to certify the site for full operational use
• Ensure that program schedules and milestones are met, proactively managing risks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution and resolution of issues
• Provide regular project updates and progress reports to leadership and stakeholders

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field; 10+ years of professional experience in site implementation, project management, or systems engineering
• 15+ years of specific FAA field operations Technical support
• Knowledge of FAA field support systems such as Delphi and CWP
• Proven experience in managing large-scale technical projects, preferably in aviation, defense, or government sectors
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multi-phase projects effectively
• Strong communication skills and experience interacting with diverse stakeholder groups
• Ability to travel frequently (approximately 50-75% of the time) for site-related activities
• U.S. Citizen or Green Card Permanent Resident Required (3+ years U.S. residency)
• Associates degree with an additional 6 years of relevant experience (for a total of 16+ years)
• High School diploma with an additional 12 years of relevant experience (for a total of 22+ years)
• Knowledge of FAA's Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) system and its integration requirements
• Experience with site surveys, hardware/software installation, and system testing in aviation or government-related environments
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies to track schedules and milestones
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and coordinating efforts across organizations
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues under tight deadlines
• Experience with Joint Acceptance Inspections (JAI) and Operational Readiness Declarations (ORD)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear reporting and documentation
• Ability to thrive in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments