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General Engineer (Lead)
Federal Aviation Administration · Posted 5 days ago
Hybrid Des Moines, WA $126K – $195K Apply by Sep 23, 2026 General Engineering ENTJINTJINTPISTJ Engineering
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The Lead Engineer (LE) is responsible for the implementation of highly complex and challenging projects comprised of multiple sub-projects and/or large national programs which require application of in-depth engineering knowledge and independent judgement and the ability to coordinate difficult and/or critical activities.
What You'll Do
- →Applies experience and comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles, theories, and concepts applicable to his/her discipline, as well as an understanding of new technologies and methodologies, to solve complex problems and to develop improved technical processes for the organization.
- →Assignments typically involves engineer to have knowledge of NAS Facilities, Facilities and Equipment Programs, and FAA organizations.
- →Represents assigned Center on matter requiring technical interpretation and guidance, as the senior technical point of contact.
- →Serves as the senior engineering for assigned projects/programs to all stakeholders including management, other employees and external parties.
- →Plans, coordinates and reviews engineering work of the installation actives.
- →Prioritizes and outlines work.
- →Provides advice to solve technical problems.
- →Reviews work of other engineers for technical accuracy and adequacy.
- →Assists Center personnel with resolving all, but unique, engineering problems and may create new solutions and policy interpretations, as the situation requires.
- →Provides constructive feedback and persuasion on project/program matters using effective interpersonal skills and abilities.
- →Organizes, coordinates and mentors the efforts of project engineers supporting the program.
- →Leads the development of standardized implementation plans, processes templates, and activities within assigned Engineering Center and/or program area.
- →Works as a team with other Leads to deliver a consistent and efficient implementation produce across each Service Area.
- →Serves as the focal for gathering and integrating feedback into downstream sites and coordinating feedback with other Leads in the Service Area.
Requirements
- ✓We are not accepting applications from noncitizens.
- ✓This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcripts(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcement to verify qualifications.
- ✓If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.
- ✓You may upload these documents with your application in USAJOBS or fax it to fax number provided in the announcement (please include announcement number on each page).
- ✓Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration.
- ✓Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S.
- ✓Department of Education.
- ✓Accreditation may be verified at the following website: www.ed.gov/accreditation.
- ✓Foreign education must be evaluated by a private professional organization specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials or an accredited U.S. educational institution in terms of equivalence to a degree acquired at an American college or university.
- ✓A copy of the evaluation results must be included, otherwise your foreign education will not be considered.
- ✓A copy of your unofficial/final college or university transcript MUST accompany your application if you have never held a position in the 800 series with the FAA.
Personality Fit
Job ID: 4bbdbb4c-cbf4-4a21-bdec-e5c9ae2e3ba9
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