
Software Engineer Install
- Atlantic City, NJ
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead or support the installation, configuration, and validation of TFDM software components on operational hardware at field sites and in lab environments.
- Ensure proper loading of software builds, patch sets, and configuration files in accordance with FAA-approved deployment packages.
- Perform software readiness checks prior to deployment, ensuring required baselines, dependencies, and adaptation files are validated and properly staged.
- Coordinate closely with TFDM integration, adaptation, and hardware teams to align deployment timing and system configurations.
- Customize and tune software settings based on site-specific adaptation data, including runway configuration, surface traffic rules, and airspace procedures.
- Validate alignment between TFDM software and interfacing systems such as STARS, ERAM, TBFM, and surveillance feeds.
- Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and Operational Readiness Demonstrations (ORD) to verify system functionality.
- Document and resolve discrepancies discovered during installation or testing events.
- Diagnose and resolve software-related problems, including interface errors, data corruption, configuration mismatches, or application crashes.
- Collaborate with software development teams and vendors to escalate and resolve complex software defects.
- Support version control, rollback planning, and patch management for TFDM deployments.
- Track and implement software updates as issued by FAA TFDM Program Office or system vendors, ensuring compliance with software release procedures.
- Ensure software deployments follow access control protocols, system hardening guidelines, and data protection requirements.
- Maintain comprehensive installation logs, configuration records, deployment guides, and change documentation for each site.
- A Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, mathematics, or technical related field, or an Associate's degree and 3 years' relevant experience, or HS diploma and 5 years' relevant experience
- Software installation and validation experience
- Previous experience with FAA systems / air traffic control
- At least 6 years of relevant engineering/aviation experience, preferably with FAA systems.
- Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
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)