System Engineering & Integration Director, FAA New ATC System

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Job Description:

Our Federal Engineered Systems Global Business Unit is a world-class leader in delivering Engineering and Technology enhancing solutions to Federal DoD and Civilian clients. 

The FAA has a once in a generation opportunity to transform U.S. air traffic control by 2028. Success requires proven FAA integration expertise, program delivery management, technical leadership, and a single point of accountability who stakes its reputation on delivery. Our Vision is to replace the FAA's unsustainable legacy systems with a unified, integrated mission environment that creates the foundation for integrating advanced air mobility, unmanned aircraft, and next-generation technologies.

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented System Engineering and Integration Director to join our team! In this role you will hold a critical leadership role focused on delivering complex technical and programmatic transformations across the FAA’s infrastructure and operations.

Preference is for candidates located in the National Capital Region (NCR). Parsons will consider remote/hybrid employees with the expectation of 75% travel to the NCR.

What You’ll be Doing:

• Provide Systems Engineering Oversight by direct full lifecycle systems engineering activities: requirements development, architecture design, modeling, testing, and validation.
• Ensuring that all modernization elements (hardware, software related to radio communications, telecommunications  surveillance, automation, other systems and ATC facilities) are integrated into a cohesive system of systems.
• Oversee technical integration of legacy and new systems across FAA facilities, Air Traffic Systems.
• Identify system-level risks (technical, schedule, integration challenges) and lead mitigation strategies.
• Manage system upgrades, transitions, and phasing to ensure continuity of FAA operations.
• Serve as the technical bridge between FAA leadership, engineering teams, contractors, and other federal agencies (e.g., DoD, DHS).
• Translate complex technical concepts into actionable plans for executive stakeholders.
•  Lead a team of systems engineers, architects, and integration specialists.
• Oversee budgets, resource planning, and performance metrics for the ATC transformation program.
• Ensure all systems comply with FAA, DOT, and applicable national airspace standards.
• Prioritize air safety, redundancy, and reliability in system design and deployment.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant engineering or technical field with a preference for a master’s degree in aviation systems, Systems Engineering or Engineering Management.
• Minimum of 20 years of experience in large scale systems engineering
• Experience in using Systems Engineering best practices in identifying requirements and solutions for systems and services into an operational environment
• Experience in developing systems and service technical integration plans for complex delivery of multiple products and projects seamlessly into an operational environment
• Knowledge and skills in testing and evaluation of new technologies for delivery into existing operations, with critical equipment within an 24/7 operational environment with minimal systems or services interruption or degradation of safety
• Skills and experience in requirements development, design, development, and delivery of new technologies while working across multiple companies who specialize in different technologies
• Knowledge skills and experience in identifying and mitigating risks in development and delivery of new systems and services into other legacy systems and environments
• Knowledge of the FAA or other ANSPs mission essential or mission critical Air Traffic Control systems and infrastructure strongly preferred

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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