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Are you an accomplished, passionate Professional Engineer (PE) eager to make a significant impact serving our nation? Are you ready for your next leadership opportunity in federal logistics and technical support? Join JLAN Solutions' expert team as we deliver advanced engineering solutions to the Federal Aviation Administration Logistics Center (FAALC). In this critical role, you will lead support for essential systems that serve the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), driving the success of surveillance and communications infrastructure. This position offers hands-on engineering, strategic assessments, detailed reporting, and high-level collaboration with government and contractor stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings proven technical expertise, managerial acumen, flexibility for travel, and a commitment to ensuring compliance with federal contract standards.
POSITION OVERVIEW
POSITION: Professional Engineer (PE) – FAA Logistics Center Support (FAALC)
MUST BE A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER (PE)
A Professional Engineer (PE) must be licensed by a state engineering board after meeting the education, experience, and examination requirements. This license allows the engineer to provide certain engineering services directly to the public and to take responsible charge of engineering work.
MUST POSSESS A PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER (PE) SEAL OR STAMP
A Professional Engineer (PE) Seal or stamp. The PE seal or stamp (physical or digital) is issued to the licensed engineer. When a PE stamps and signs engineering documents, they are certifying that the work was prepared by them or under their responsible supervision and that, to the best of their professional judgment, it complies with applicable engineering standards, laws, and regulations. By affixing their seal, the PE assumes professional and legal responsibility for engineering work. If the work is found to be negligent, unsafe, or noncompliant, the engineer may face disciplinary action by the licensing board and potential legal liability.
LOCATION(S):
- Onsite at Government facilities (Customs and Border Protection locations in Texas, Arizona, California, and Oklahoma)
- Occasional travel within the Continental United States and U.S. Territories
- Remote/telework may be permitted with prior approval
HEIGHT AND HAZARD PAY:
- Must not have a fear of heights due to being required to perform tasks at heights 80 feet or above, such as maintenance or repairs on fixed or mobile surveillance towers for CBP and FAA.
- Must also be able to qualify for and meet the requirements for hazard pay due to working at such heights, which involves increased risk of falls, challenging access, and exposure to environmental hazards. When required, they are eligible for hazardous duty compensation.
- In compliance with OSHA/FAA safety standards, which require hazard pay for work involving dangerous conditions, such as exposure to hazardous materials, high noise environments, or extreme weather. This is to ensure compliance with federal safety regulations and to compensate employees for the additional risks.
- In addition to financial compensation, in compliance with OSHA/FAA the position requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), regular safety training, and annual hearing tests for those exposed to high noise levels.
ABOUT POSITION
The Professional Engineer (PE) position is a vital leadership role that delivers expert engineering support to the FAA Logistics Center (FAALC) and key federal partners, including DHS, CBP, and DoD. As a trusted subject matter expert (SME), you will oversee the maintenance, assessment, and enhancement of complex surveillance, communications, and infrastructure systems that ensure the safety and resilience of national security and critical airspace operations. You will manage cross-functional teams, drive technical excellence, and foster collaboration among federal stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct assessments and inspections of CBP and FAA systems, providing detailed reports and recommendations.
- Maintain and update asset end-of-life databases, including mitigation recommendations.
- Lead efforts to monitor candidates for in-house repairs and to develop documentation, test plans, and milestone schedules.
- Research and report demand/failure data for cost-saving initiatives and in-house repair solutions.
- Evaluate and report on the feasibility of the FAA performing repairs, pre-vendor testing, and maintenance.
- Develop and write Engineering Change Proposals (ECP) and Engineering Change Requests (ECR).
- Perform reverse engineering and create test procedures for government assets.
- Research opportunities for parts commonality and reliability improvements.
- Provide metrics for government systems, including failure tracking, vendor repair tracking, and cost savings.
- Observe, provide feedback, and make recommendations on environmental testing.
- Provide data entry, data mining, and data analysis on designated systems.
- Track depot-level repair of assets.
- Travel to remote sites as required.
REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS, AND REPORTING SUPPORT
- Must be able and willing to travel up to 75% of the time to perform maintenance, repairs, and reporting tasks as directed.
- Capable of working at heights 80 feet or above, including eligibility for hazardous duty compensation when required.
- Responsible for conducting serviceability testing, preventive and corrective maintenance, and limited repairs on government assets at designated facilities.
- Must accurately document maintenance activities, repairs, and asset status in various automated tracking systems (e.g., ILS-S, LCSS).
- Required to troubleshoot, repair, install, and manage government assets, ensuring thorough documentation in required reports.
- Expected to maintain specialized systems (e.g., booms, hydraulic systems) and support Service Life Extension Program (SLEP) activities, including hardware and software upgrades.
- Provide help line support during normal business hours and generate reports for service requests and work orders.
- Participate in developing work instructions and test procedures and provide recommendations for hardware and software improvements.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (civil, electrical, mechanical, or industrial) or related field.
- Formal training and demonstrated competency in engineering support for complex systems.
- Experience with assessments, inspections, and technical reporting.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
- U.S. citizenship required, must be able to obtain and maintain security clearances and pass background investigations (FAA and DHS/CBP).
- Ability to work at heights of 80 feet or above and in various environmental conditions (as required).
- Proficiency with data analysis and reporting tools.
PREFERRED
- Experience supporting federal government or defense contracts.
- Familiarity with FAA, DHS, or CBP systems and protocols.
- Knowledge of asset management and logistics systems.
WORK SCHEDULE
- Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM local time
- Occasional overtime and surge support as directed
- Observance of federal holidays
COMPENSATION
- Competitive salary based on experience and contract wage determinations
- Eligible for height and hazardous duty compensation when applicable
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- On-site at installations with potential for virtual delivery of services as approved.
- Regular interaction with personnel, leadership, and support programs.
- Government Facilities: Onsite at Customs and Border Protection (CBP) locations in Texas, Arizona, California, and Oklahoma.FAA Logistics Center (FAALC) Oklahoma City, OK.
- Contractor Facilities: Special Project Management Support and IT/Software Engineering Support may be performed at the contractor's own facilities.
- Maintenance Facilities: Work in FAA and CBP maintenance shops, depots, and warehouses.
- Field Environments: Outdoor work at fixed and mobile surveillance towers, sometimes at heights above 80 feet. Exposure to varying weather conditions, remote locations, and potentially hazardous environments.
- Office/Administrative Settings: Program management, technical writing, and IT/software engineering tasks may be performed in standard office environments or remotely.
- Remote/Telework: Permitted with prior approval from the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and Contracting Officer (CO), when in the best interest of the Government.
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Required at all times onsite (e.g., hard hats, steel-toed shoes, gloves, goggles).
- Hazardous Duty: Some tasks involve hazardous conditions (e.g., working at heights, exposure to noise, hazardous materials), making personnel eligible for hazard pay.
- Hearing Conservation: Annual hearing tests and training are required for those exposed to high noise levels.
- Compliance: All work must comply with OSHA, EPA, FAA, and local safety/environmental regulations
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Contractor personnel may be required to travel up to 75% of the time, including to remote and field sites across the Continental United States (CONUS) and U.S. Territories.
- Occasional travel to Oklahoma City, OK for orientation and onboarding.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS (*Actual compensation based on skills, experience, & location.)
- Eligible for short-term incentives and comprehensive benefits, including health, life, and financial wellness programs.
- Tobacco-free workplace.
- Equal Opportunity Employer - EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
EMPLOYER STATEMENT
Every applicant and employee must comply with applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements as well as internal policies. Employees must understand and attest to the security responsibilities and controls unique to their position.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EEO) STATEMENT
JLAN Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or physical impairment.
PLEASE E-MAIL RESUMES AND ANY QUESTIONS TO:
Submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. Please indicate your engineering discipline and willingness to travel.
- E-MAIL: [email protected]
- SUBJ: Professional Engineer (PE) – FAA Logistics Center Support (FAALC)
- ATTN: Katie Monique O'Donnell (Sr. Lead Recruiter)