p>The Terminal Flight Data Management (TFDM) program is a Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) NextGen program based on airport surface management that provides efficiencies for both the airport surface and terminal airspace by providing a new and comprehensive integrated surface traffic control and management system. May 29, 2026For 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.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience.
strong>Key Responsibilities: Lead, coach, and develop a team of control systems engineers, fostering accountability, collaboration, and technical growth Support hiring, onboarding, goal setting, and performance management for direct reports Own system and subsystem engineering activities for display, gauge, and IVI systems, including requirements development and interface definition Guide system integration and execution from concept through production within Polaris development processes Collaborate with architecture, UX/HMI, software, hardware, validation, manufacturing, and vehicle teams Support development of system roadmaps aligned to platform needs and technology direction Participate in supplier selection and technical collaboration, supporting make/buy and implementation decisions Ensure disciplined engineering practices including requirements traceability, DFMEA/DRBFM participation, and validation planning Monitor execution progress, identify technical risks, and drive timely issue resolution Promote consistent documentation, configuration management, and lifecycle rigor Contribute to department planning through resource forecasting and prioritization Champion a strong team culture focused on quality and continuous improvement Desired Competencies:Leadership & Collaboration: You lead teams toward shared goals, work effectively across functions and levels, and create an environment of trust and accountability. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience Minimum 7 years of experience in systems engineering for embedded display, IVI, HMI, or adjacent vehicle E/E domains Demonstrated experience leading engineers or providing technical leadership on complex programs Experience across the systems lifecycle including requirements development, interface management, integration, and verification Hands-on experience with display or IVI platforms such as Android Automotive, QNX, or embedded Linux Working knowledge of in-vehicle communications such as CAN, CAN-FD, LIN, and Ethernet Familiarity with requirements management tools and traceability practices Awareness of functional safety concepts and cybersecurity considerations in connected systems Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to work with domestic and international teams and suppliers Travel as needed based on program and partner requirements * This position is not eligible for sponsorship #LI-CS99 The starting pay range for Minnesota is $126,000 to $160,000 per year.