Visual Weather Observation Systems Engineer
Leidos, Anchorage, AK, United States
Visual Weather Observation Systems Engineer
We are seeking a Visual Weather Observation Systems Engineer to join our team. The FAA Weather Camera Program (WCAM) is a project that involves implementing Visual Weather Observation Systems (VWOS) across Alaska and the Lower 48 to support congressional mandates.
Introduction
The project engineer will lead on-site surveys, initiate survey reports, complete environmental permitting documents, create detailed engineering transmittals, and maintain post-installation records. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented with strong project management focus.
Duties and Responsibilities
Internal and external stakeholder engagement.
Identify exact VWOS/WCAM system locations to meet siting requirements.
Perform on-site surveys and be willing to climb towers up to 60 feet.
Coordinate with landowners and tower management companies about installation requirements and evaluate potential lessors.
Complete detailed site survey and site selection reports.
Create implementation cost estimates for implementation options.
Complete safety and environmental reviews, checklists and permitting.
Develop comprehensive engineering transmittals.
Coordinate with program personnel for project establishment, costs/funding and real estate acquisition.
Oversee the project life cycle of a new camera facility, including coordination with installation technicians and conducting pre-installation and deployment meetings.
Complete post-installation documentation including summary sheet and as‑built reports.
Report on project status updates and plans.
Able to travel up to 25% of the time.
Must be able to work onsite in Anchorage, AK.
Required Qualifications
4 years of experience in Systems Engineering.
Bachelor’s degree with 4 years relevant experience or Master’s degree with 2 years relevant experience; 8+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Ability or skill to perform problem solving or demonstrate system thinking.
Strong verbal and written technical communication skills.
Ability to liaise with government, vendors, and other stakeholders for problem resolution.
Experience with monitoring systems and Alaska remote technical and engineering experience with Weather Camera or similar systems.
Willing and able to climb towers up to 60 feet.
Experience and willingness to travel to remote Alaska sites and work in rugged conditions any time of year; potential travel to Hawaii sites and Lower 48 / U.S. Territories.
Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance Suitability.
Preferred Qualifications
Tower Climbing and Rescue Climbing Certifications highly desired.
Experience leading a team.
Project management experience.
Experience with FAA or aviation related programs.
Highly developed presentation skills; self‑motivated and proactive team player; excellent written and oral communication skills; proficient using MS Office.
Pay Range
Program salary could fall anywhere between $100,500 to $107,000.
Overall Pay Range
$87,100 - $157,450.
Original Posting
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, the job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws may also be considered.
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We are seeking a Visual Weather Observation Systems Engineer to join our team. The FAA Weather Camera Program (WCAM) is a project that involves implementing Visual Weather Observation Systems (VWOS) across Alaska and the Lower 48 to support congressional mandates.
Introduction
The project engineer will lead on-site surveys, initiate survey reports, complete environmental permitting documents, create detailed engineering transmittals, and maintain post-installation records. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented with strong project management focus.
Duties and Responsibilities
Internal and external stakeholder engagement.
Identify exact VWOS/WCAM system locations to meet siting requirements.
Perform on-site surveys and be willing to climb towers up to 60 feet.
Coordinate with landowners and tower management companies about installation requirements and evaluate potential lessors.
Complete detailed site survey and site selection reports.
Create implementation cost estimates for implementation options.
Complete safety and environmental reviews, checklists and permitting.
Develop comprehensive engineering transmittals.
Coordinate with program personnel for project establishment, costs/funding and real estate acquisition.
Oversee the project life cycle of a new camera facility, including coordination with installation technicians and conducting pre-installation and deployment meetings.
Complete post-installation documentation including summary sheet and as‑built reports.
Report on project status updates and plans.
Able to travel up to 25% of the time.
Must be able to work onsite in Anchorage, AK.
Required Qualifications
4 years of experience in Systems Engineering.
Bachelor’s degree with 4 years relevant experience or Master’s degree with 2 years relevant experience; 8+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Ability or skill to perform problem solving or demonstrate system thinking.
Strong verbal and written technical communication skills.
Ability to liaise with government, vendors, and other stakeholders for problem resolution.
Experience with monitoring systems and Alaska remote technical and engineering experience with Weather Camera or similar systems.
Willing and able to climb towers up to 60 feet.
Experience and willingness to travel to remote Alaska sites and work in rugged conditions any time of year; potential travel to Hawaii sites and Lower 48 / U.S. Territories.
Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance Suitability.
Preferred Qualifications
Tower Climbing and Rescue Climbing Certifications highly desired.
Experience leading a team.
Project management experience.
Experience with FAA or aviation related programs.
Highly developed presentation skills; self‑motivated and proactive team player; excellent written and oral communication skills; proficient using MS Office.
Pay Range
Program salary could fall anywhere between $100,500 to $107,000.
Overall Pay Range
$87,100 - $157,450.
Original Posting
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, the job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws may also be considered.
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