Senior Survey Engineer
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- Engineering
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- 1 day ago Post Date
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- 23000000135 Requisition #
Job Description:
LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking a Senior Survey Engineer to support FAA FMDS work across the US and its territories. The Senior Survey Engineer will provide expert engineering support in the design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems. This role requires broad knowledge of engineering procedures and the ability to apply state-of-the-art technology to meet mission requirements in support of FAA objectives. This position requires frequent travel to FAA field facilities.
Job Duties & Responsibilities (may include but are not limited to):
- Provide senior-level engineering expertise in support of FAA FMDS survey and technical efforts.
- Support the design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems.
- Apply broad engineering knowledge and sound technical judgment to address complex mission requirements.
- Evaluate technical needs and recommend effective engineering solutions that align with FAA objectives.
- Apply state-of-the-art technologies and engineering practices to support mission success.
- Collaborate with FAA personnel, project teams, and stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met.
- Support technical planning, review, coordination, and implementation activities.
- Contribute to the delivery of high-quality engineering support for FAA program operations.
- Provide leadership to lower-level survey engineers.
- Coordinate site visits with FAA field facilities.
- Manage travel schedules and organize on-site team activities.
- Perform additional duties as assigned in support of program and mission needs.
Qualifications:
Required: A successful candidate will have
- 15+ years of engineering experience
- BS degree in engineering
- Demonstrated experience supporting the design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems.
- Broad knowledge of engineering procedures and technical problem-solving.
- Experience working on mission-focused engineering efforts.
- Ability to travel frequently.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Ability to support FAA-related work in a professional and responsive manner.
Preferred:
- FAA experience supporting FMDS or related aviation programs.
- Experience in survey engineering or technical system support.
- Experience applying advanced or state-of-the-art engineering technologies.
- Prior experience working in a government, aviation, or federally regulated environment.
Familiarity with mission-critical systems and technical program support.
Work Requirements:
- Work location: Remote
- Work Hours: 40
- Travel: 75%
Physical requirements:
- Extended Computer Use: Regular and prolonged periods of working at a computer terminal.
- Lifting and Carrying: Occasional lifting of equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds may be required during installations or maintenance.
- Mobility: Ability to move around the office environment to access computer hardware, networking equipment, and server rooms.
- Dexterity: Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate computer equipment, troubleshoot issues, and perform tasks requiring precision.
- Sitting/Standing: Both prolonged sitting and occasional standing may be required for troubleshooting and attending to system issues.
- Background check: Must have ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.
About LS Technologies
At LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, we're enhancing our nation’s critical infrastructure by providing engineering, technical, and professional services to Federal Government agencies. The quality of our work, deep technical expertise, and genuine passion for public service sets us apart. As a growing organization we are expanding our benefits and communication with our employees, offering add-ons that speak to our growing employees’ needs. Join us in delivering high-quality solutions and shaping the future of safety and innovation for our government partners. In 2024 we joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organization.
EEO Commitment
LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Requesting an Accommodation
LS Technologies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by LS Technologies and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.
If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with LS Technologies and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please send us an email hr@lstechllc.com or speak with your recruiter.
Compensation (Pay Bands)
Salary at LST is determined by a wide array of factors, such as (but not limited to) education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, location, and clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.
The projected compensation range for this position is provided within the posting and is based on full-time, 40 hour/week status. Part-time staff receive compensation at an hourly rate. The estimated minimum and maximum displayed represents the broadest range for this position (inclusive of high geographic and high clearance requirements) and is just one component of LSTs total compensation package for employees. ** In compliance with local laws, LS Technologies presents this reasonable compensation range as a guideline for roles in California, Colorado, New York, or Washington D.C."
Benefits offered to all employees who work 30+ hours per week: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Annual Leave, and Holidays.
Life at Tetra Tech:
- The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
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