Installation Manager (Civil Air Traffic Surveillance
Radar Deployment)
About the Role:
Join a dynamic team at the forefront of deploying and replacing civil
air traffic surveillance radars-both approach and en-route-across the United
States. As Installation Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering
advanced radar solutions that enhance the safety and efficiency of air traffic
nationwide. You will coordinate installation activities at multiple sites in
parallel, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance, and
directly contribute to the modernization of the U.S. air traffic control
infrastructure.
Responsibilities
Lead the detailed design and planning for the installation of air traffic surveillance radar equipment at multiple locations across the United States.
Oversee and ensure the quality of installation works performed by subcontractors, maintaining strict compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
Prepare and maintain comprehensive installation documentation, including Installation Plans (IP) and Installation Designs (ID), ensuring alignment with customer and regulatory requirements.
Conduct site surveys to assess and incorporate all relevant installation details.
Coordinate and execute Installation Acceptance Testing (IAT) immediately following the completion of installation works and prior to radar system commissioning.
Serve as the primary point of contact for installation activities, ensuring timely delivery and handover of completed installations to the customer.
Collaborate closely with engineering, project management, and customer teams to resolve technical issues and ensure project milestones are met.
Manage and coordinate installation teams and subcontractors across multiple sites, ensuring parallel progress and adherence to project schedules.
Monitor and report on installation progress, risks, and issues to the Project Manager.
Ensure all activities comply with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Competencies
Strong knowledge of installation processes for complex electronic systems, preferably in air traffic control (though not limited to this field) or other critical infrastructure environments.
Valuable experience in the design or deployment of installations for any of the following subsystems:
Electrical installations (LV power panels, transformers, electrical cabling, etc.)
RF installations (installation and execution of tests)
IT network installations
Proven experience managing installation projects across multiple parallel sites.
Excellent organizational and coordination skills.
Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
High attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities under pressure.
Willingness to travel extensively across the United States.
Experience using design software (AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, etc.) is a plus.
Experience with electrical calculation software is also a plus.
Reporting Line
Reports directly to the Project Manager and is
responsible for coordinating activities across multiple sites in parallel.
Education Requirements
Based on similar job postings in the US for comparable
roles:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field is required.
Advanced degrees or certifications in project management, systems engineering, or quality assurance are valued.
Additional Valued Skills
Spanish language skills will be valued.
Professional Development
Take part in challenging, large-scale projects that will allow you to expand your technical and leadership skills in the air traffic management sector.
Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, including specialized training, mentoring, and participation in innovation forums.
Build a long-term career within a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and deployment of Air Traffic Management (ATM) systems.
Grow professionally by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and experts from around the world.
Access clear career paths and internal mobility options, enabling you to take on increasing responsibilities and advance to technical or management roles.
Contribute to the development and implementation of cutting-edge technologies that shape the future of civil aviation.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a high-impact project that directly contributes to the safety and modernization of civil aviation infrastructure.
Collaborate with leading experts and innovative teams in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.
Develop your career in a sector at the forefront of technology and public service.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Overland Park, KS.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $48.08/hr.
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 fully onsite position in Overland Park,KS.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
