Civil Engineer/Construction Inspector
Company: Leidos
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Leidos is seeking a Civil Engineer - Construction Inspector to
join the National Airspace System Integration Support Contract
(NISC IV) Team, providing support to the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA). This position is located in Fort Worth, TX
95% Travel Travel within central region of the US Travel duration
varies between 2-9 months based on the project After every 30 Days
a trip home will be provided Civil Engineer Construction Inspector
Primary Responsibilities: Provide CI support to the Infrastructure
Construction Installation Center in the oversight of the
construction and installation of equipment into the NAS:
Participate in Engineering to Construction Hand Off meeting; this
meeting is to ensure coordination with Engineering and held to hand
off project details assigned to the CI. Coordinate and participate
in Pre-Construction Planning meetings held after the
Engineering/Construction Hand Off meeting to communicate and
collaborate activities among all of FAA, Airport Authority,
Contractors, and other key stakeholders for projects assigned to
the CI. Actively participate in Integrated Risk Management
Coordination (IRMC) Meeting; responsible escalating to management
if meeting is not scheduled in a timely manner. CI ensures risk
scenarios/activities are discussed for every phase of the
construction installation project lifespan. Ensures all high-risk
scenarios/activities are mitigated as necessary. Review and concur
or develop a Cutover Plans from Existing to Temporary System and
then back to Permanent System for varies systems. Ensure the
approved site-specific project drawings, plans and specifications
for construction installation/replacement project are followed by
the contractor in the field for every project assigned to the CI.
Set expectation at the beginning of project such that the
contractor knows they must coordinate any changes to the scope,
cost, schedule for the project with the CI. CI then would
coordinate with FAA RE/COR. Recommend acceptance to the FAA RE/COR
for GFM and CFM deliveries and test date results. Visit site before
construction starts, if necessary, to research site-specific
project data, survey the worksite, begin badging processes and/or
to complete any project related activities before the beginning of
construction. Ensure all state, local, federal FAA standards,
construction codes and ordinances are followed for each project in
the field. Ensure all FAA and OSHA safety policies and procedures
are followed for each project in the field. Daily coordination and
updates to the FAA RE/COR. Document the project in the FAA Weekly
Construction Report. FAA Weekly Construction Report is required
every seven (7) days and must include: Detailed description of the
work performed by the contractor during the project. Photo Log to
show critical materials, equipment, and to show progress of the
work. Weekly project report must be sent to the all key
stakeholders via email. Review and understand these project
documents before heading to a project in the field: Scope of Work
and construction transmittal. Completed and approved design
drawings, specifications. Operational Risk Management checklists.
Task Order for a project. List of Government furnished properties.
Airspace case documents if required for that specific project.
Environmental & Safety Compliance Program Project checklists and
documentation. Construction schedule. Utilize the Project Engineer
as technical resource while on all projects before, during and
after construction has been completed. Contact the FAA RE/COR for
any changes in scope for any phase of the assigned construction and
renovation projects (i.e. changes to design drawings, design specs,
task order). Conduct and participate in Joint Acceptance
Inspections (JAI) and Contractor Acceptance Inspections (CAI) on
all assigned projects and provide recommended resolutions on all
items relating to construction and/or engineering. Recognize
problems in the field, gathers information to research
issues/problems in the field, and provides solutions for
issues/problems in the field. Provide oversight for safety in the
implementation of their specific project. Administer Take 5
initiative if issue/problem endangers the NAS or the safety of
employees or contractors. Communicate effectively with all team
members and respects the input of others to resolve issues/problems
in the field. Respects diversity of thought of others. Respond to
any inquiry or communication in a timely manner. Civil Engineer
Construction Inspector Basic Qualifications : Civil Engineering
Degree (B.S.) minimum 4 years of experience as Project Engineer
and/or Resident Engineer with Civil Engineering Design and Project
Management experience OR a Masters degree and 2 years of relevant
experience. Knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC), National
Fire Protection Assoc (NFPA) standards. Knowledge of OSHA and
general construction and electrical safety standards. Knowledge of
shelters, roofing, and structures such as communication towers,
ATCT buildings, Navigational Aids, and earthwork including roads
and trenching Knowledge of Heating Ventilating and Air Conditioning
(HVAC), general building construction techniques, codes and
standards, Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT), fire detection, security,
site work. Ability to obtain a Public Trust Suitability (To be
eligible for the FAA Public Trust you must be a US Citizen or a
Green Card Holder who has resided in the US for the past 3 years).
Preferred Qualifications : Knowledge of NAS facilities such as ASR,
ATCT, VOR, ARSR, RCAG. Knowledge of National Airspace System
Equipment Building (NASEB). Knowledge of National Airspace System
Equipment Tower (NASET). Knowledge of Corporate Work Plan (CWP)
4.1.12. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos,
we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the
mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting
the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is
ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than
anyone else dares. Original Posting: March 27, 2026 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 $73,450.00 - $132,775.00 The Leidos pay range for
this job level is a general guideline only and 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.
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