TFDM Integration Chief Systems Engineer at SAIC

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REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and a minimum of 18 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.

*! SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

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