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Electrical Engineer

System One • Des Moines, WA • 2h ago

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Location: Des Moines, Washington

Type: Contract

Compensation: $43.00 - $55.00 per hour

Contractor Work Model: Onsite - 5 days onsite

POSITION OVERVIEW

System One is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support the implementation of FAA National Airspace Systems across multiple FAA facilities nationwide. This individual will work closely with FAA engineers and project teams to support communications infrastructure upgrades, equipment installation, system integration, and engineering design activities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of electronic engineering principles, communications systems, and field installation support within regulated infrastructure environments. Occasional travel or night/weekend work up to 20% may be required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct site surveys or review existing reports to assess rack space, cable routing, UPS/backup power requirements, and thermal loading for new equipment installations

Provide engineering support including design development, SIP/IRD preparation, design updates, technical reviews, and coordination activities

Design installation layouts for NEXCOM receivers, transmitters, APC gateway units, equipment racks, and related communications infrastructure

Design copper, coaxial, and fiber optic cabling installations including power, grounding, bonding, and labeling requirements

Support antenna and communications infrastructure work as identified and authorized

Support equipment checkout, installation verification, Joint Acceptance Inspections (JAI), exception clearing, and turnover activities

Support de-installation, removal, and disposition of legacy equipment in accordance with FAA direction

Update documentation including redline drawings, asset tracking, and project closeout activities

Develop engineering packages in accordance with FAA orders, standards, and Technical Instructions for radar, automation, communication, and navigational systems

Develop Risk Management, Transition, and Cutover Plans

Provide technical oversight throughout the full project lifecycle

Collaborate with FAA engineers regarding technical requirements, equipment costs, material lists, schedules, and reporting

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related engineering discipline

5+ years of experience in electronics, communications, or infrastructure engineering

Strong understanding of electronic engineering principles and concepts

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation

Familiarity with applicable engineering codes and standards

Ability to travel nationwide and work on active construction sites in varying conditions

U.S. Citizenship required

Must be able to pass FAA background checks

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience supporting FAA National Airspace Systems or aviation communications infrastructure

Experience with NEXCOM equipment, APC gateway units, or related FAA systems

Experience designing and installing copper, coaxial, and fiber optic cabling systems

Experience supporting Joint Acceptance Inspections (JAI) and equipment turnover activities

Experience developing Risk Management, Transition, and Cutover Plans

Prior experience supporting federal, aviation, transportation, or large infrastructure projects

EIT/FE or PE certification preferred

Experience with Bluebeam or similar markup software

Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently within fast-paced project environments

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

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