FAA Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) – Apply here to Join the Noblis team

Be a Part of Aviation History: Join Noblis on the FAA’s Most Significant Modernization Initiative

For nearly 30 years, Noblis has been at the forefront of aviation innovation, partnering with the FAA to deliver, acquire and manage mission-critical systems that keep America flying safely and efficiently. Our team of experts has shaped transformative initiatives across the FAA Air Traffic Organization (ATO).   

Help Build the Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS)

The BNATCS initiative is transforming national air traffic control through comprehensive infrastructure upgrades at over 4,600 sites. This includes thousands of new radios, hundreds of modern radar systems, enhanced runway safety at 200 airports, and six new control centers - all unified on a single operational platform to improve aviation safety and efficiency nationwide.

Make a Measurable Impact.  As part of Noblis’ team, you’ll help the BNATCS mission to:

• Modernize critical infrastructure that millions of travelers depend on daily
• Enhance aviation safety with breakthrough technologies and systems
• Reduce flight delays by optimizing air traffic management
• Enhance resilience and saftety of our national aviation network using advanced technical solutions
  
  

Your Expertise is Needed.  We’re seeking innovators and problem solvers in the following fields:

• Communications Engineers: Radio Engineers, Radio Frequency Engineers, Spectrum Engineers, Telecommunications Engineers, Voice Engineers
• Systems Engineers: Chief Requirements Engineers, IV&V Leads, MBSE / Digital Engineering Specialists and Architectural modelers, System of Systems Architects, Systems Engineers
• National Airspace Systems (NAS) Systems Engineers: Automation Requirements Leads, NAS Domain Architects, Interface Definition Engineers, Lead Flow Management Engineers, NAS Automation Engineers, NAS Requirements Engineers, Surveillance Radar Engineers, Surveillance Requirements Leads
• Program Management Support: Acquisition Specialists, Program Analysts, Project Coordinators, Project Managers
• Security Engineers: Cyber Security Architects, Security Architects, Security Control Specialists, Security Control Specialists
• Test Engineers: Test Compliance Analysts, Test Documentation Specialists, Test Engineers, Test Environment Managers, Test Resource Coordinators
• Software Engineers: Data Engineers and Modelers, Software Engineers

Why Choose Noblis?

• Non-profit science and technology organization that operates with a charter to use science and techology for the public good
• Career defining work on critical missions that have lasting impact
• Strong legacy in shaping and enhancing the national airspace and solving other complex challenges
• Technical excellence from our recognized industry experts
• Innovative culture with a company-sponsored research program and collaborative teams
• Longevity and Growth with nearly 30 years of FAA partnership and innovations throughout the federal government
• Exceptional benefits and a Top Employer, with competitive programs for HR Benefits, Paid Time Off, education and training, and more.    

• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency (minimum of 3 years of US Reidency)
• Technical, business, and programmatic acumen
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across teams to accomplish shared missions
• Ability to incorporate state-of-the-art technologies and approaches
• Demonstrated self-initiative and follow through

• FAA technical and/or programmatic experience
• Aviation and Air Traffic systems background

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awardsfor our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.