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Leidos Structural Engineer in Des Plaines, Illinois

Description

Leidos is seeking Structural Engineer to join the National Airspace System Integration Support Contract (NISC IV) Team, providing support to the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Infrastructure Engineering Center.

Location: Des Plaines, IL

Travel: 25% to 35%

Structural Engineer Primary Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical support to the Infrastructure Engineering Center, for accomplishment of project engineering packages.

  • Prepare summary trip reports within two working days of trip completion.

  • Compile and complete project documents.

  • Provide technical engineering support for all phases of assigned new construction and renovation projects (i.e. evaluate shop drawings, design proposals, and interpret the technical requirements for adherence to contract documents).

  • Participate in Joint Acceptance Inspections (JAI) and Contractor Acceptance Inspections (CAI) on all assigned projects and provide recommended resolutions on all items relating to engineering.

  • Perform engineering studies for feasibility and cost versus benefit.

  • Provide technical input to the Government Technical Interpreter in actions to plan, budget, program, and coordinate the development of engineering projects.

  • Develop project drawings in accordance with the FAA Standard/guidelines.

Structural Engineer Required Qualifications:

- Civil Engineering Degree (B.S.) or similar + 4 or more years with Structural Engineering Design and experience with tower, shelter, and similar structure projects. OR a Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience.

- Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance Suitability

  • Knowledge of multiple of the following, Unstaffed Infrastructure Sustainment (UIS) facilities:

  • Metal equipment towers

  • Commercial/Industrial Structures

  • Roof Replacements

  • Emergency and battery backup systems (Small Engine Generators and/or Battery Backup Systems)

  • Small HVAC systems

  • Remote site work

  • Road design

  • Concrete

  • Site grading

  • Equipment shelters

  • Concrete foundations

  • Structural

  • Environmental permitting (NEPA, ARAP, stormwater, etc)

  • Lightning protection and grounding

  • Hazmat (Pb, Asbestos) abatement

  • Construction risk management

  • Software: (Project management software (CWP, Primavera, Microsoft project, etc) and/ or Computer aided design (AutoCAD, Microstation)

  • Utility layout design: water, power, comm, sewer

Structural Engineer Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in AUTOCAD.

  • Knowledge of National Airspace System Equipment Tower (NASET).

  • Knowledge of National Airspace System Equipment Building (NASEB).

  • Knowledge of Corporate Work Plan (CWP) 4.1.12.

  • Knowledge of Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC), power, general building construction techniques, Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT), fire detection, security, site work.

Why Leidos?

  • Grow with Us: Be part of a company that values innovation and encourages professional development.

  • Make a Difference: Your work will directly contribute to safer, more efficient airspace for everyone.

Ready to take your career to new heights? Join Leidos and help us transform the future!

Targeted salary will be $100,000.00 - $110,00.00, based on experience.

Original Posting:

April 15, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $85,150.00 - $153,925.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

REQNUMBER: R-00157563

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.

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