Systems Integration And Test Engineer

In this role, you will serve as a technical mentor who guides and supports the work of the Service Area field team while still performing hands on tasks yourself. You will support the physical and logical integration of fiber and IP based circuits and direct the technical work needed to move legacy copper (TDM) systems to modern fiber and IP networks across the National Airspace System (NAS).

The selected candidate will be assigned to an FAA specific location as a "home base" to work from and will travel throughout the region to support multiple locations. Travel may be short or long distance and expenses will be reimbursed.

Candidates must undergo the FAA suitability process and may be able to support the contract for a short time while suitability is processed. These are long term assignments.

Please note: We cannot accommodate C2C and/or visa sponsorship for this position.

Skills

• Cisco
• Design
• Integration
• TDM
• IP
• Cloud
• BGP
• TCP/IP
• MPLS
• IPv6

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading the technical integration side of multi-million-dollar infrastructure initiatives; ability to apply project management methodologies to ensure delivery, compliance, and mission alignment.
• Working knowledge of cloud networking across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to support hybrid NAS environments.
• Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or equivalent
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE).
• AWS Solutions Architect – Associate
• INCOSE Associate Systems Engineering Professional ASEP
• PMP certification
• Familiarity with FAA BNATCS protocols or similar mission-critical government network standards

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $81.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Seattle, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2026.