Leidos is seeking three (3) highly skilled CAEG Systems Administrators to provide specialized technical support, administrative oversight, and ensure the high availability of mission-critical engineering assets across the FAA’s Regional Service Areas. This role transitions beyond general IT support to focus on high-performance computing environments, complex server architectures, Storage Area Networks (SAN), and specialized CAD/CAE ecosystems. The ideal candidate will take ownership of the regional engineering platform to maintain 99.9% uptime and uphold strict FAA security and operational standards.
The Computer-Aided Engineering Graphics (CAEG) platform serves as the primary technical repository and design environment for the FAA’s Air Traffic Organization (ATO), directly supporting the safety and integrity of the National Airspace System (NAS).
Locations: Atlanta, GA (Eastern Service Area) | Fort Worth, TX (Central Service Area) | Des Moines, WA (Western Service Area)
Travel: Up to 10% travel to remote FAA sites within the assigned service area jurisdiction
Clearance: Must obtain and maintain an FAA Suitability / Public Trust clearance
Primary Responsibilities
System Monitoring & Maintenance: Proactively monitor the health and performance of Windows, Unix, and Linux server environments. Perform tuning for Storage Area Networks (SAN) to optimize data throughput for massive engineering files. Generate Capacity Planning Reports using simulation models to resolve hardware bottlenecks and prevent system degradation.
CAD/CAE Application & License Administration: Administer Autodesk and Bentley licensing servers to ensure continuous software availability across the regional network. Manage the ProjectWise Integration Server and Electronic Data Management System (EDMS) for seamless drawing collaboration. Oversee network plotter drivers and large-format printing interfaces.
Cybersecurity Compliance: Manage Active Directory (AD) objects and enforce granular access control measures. Direct security patching and vulnerability remediation activities to ensure 100% compliance with FAA timelines.
Database Administration & Disaster Recovery: Execute daily database replication and EDMS backups. Maintain and test the Enterprise Architecture-aligned Disaster Recovery (DR) plan annually in a NetApp environment to guarantee business continuity.
Tier 3 Technical Support & Mentorship: Serve as an escalation point for complex CAD/CAE system failures. Provide high-level technical mentorship and guidance to non-specialist engineering staff regarding platform capabilities and best practices.
Reporting: Prepare weekly status reports, monthly uptime metrics (targeting 99.9% availability), monthly security patch logs, and annual DR exercise reports.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors degree and 8 years of prior relevant experience or Masters degree and 6 years of prior relevant experience. May consider hands on training with additional years of proven experience in lieu of degree.
Hands-on experience as a System Administrator for Bentley ProjectWise.
Hands-on experience as a System Administrator for Autodesk Vault.
Technical experience working with Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, and Autodesk ReCap.
Demonstrated knowledge of IT principles, concepts, and methods encompassing data storage (SAN/NetApp), OS administration (Windows, Unix, Linux), software applications, and regional networking.
Proven ability to use analytical and evaluative methods to identify and resolve high-level capacity, availability, and system hardware issues.
Excellent oral and written communication skills to deliver technical documentation, status updates, and user mentorship.
Ability to successfully pass background investigation to obtain and maintain an FAA Suitability / Public Trust clearance prior to starting.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience supporting IT/engineering infrastructure within the FAA, DoD, or other government aviation/defense environments.
Experience administering NetApp storage systems and conducting annual Disaster Recovery (DR), gap analyses and testing.
Background in managing large-format physical plotting networks and driver configurations for engineering teams.
Demonstrated ability to extrapolate from past technical scenarios to independently solve novel, complex platform failures.
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Original Posting:September 14, 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.
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience; equivalent hands-on training and additional proven experience may substitute for the degree.
- Hands-on experience administering Bentley ProjectWise.
- Hands-on experience administering Autodesk Vault.
- Technical experience with Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, and Autodesk ReCap.
- Knowledge of IT principles, data storage including SAN and NetApp, Windows, Unix, Linux, software applications, and regional networking.
- Ability to use analytical and evaluative methods to identify and resolve capacity, availability, and system hardware issues.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills for technical documentation, status updates, and user mentorship.
- Ability to pass a background investigation and obtain and maintain an FAA Suitability/Public Trust clearance before starting.
- Experience supporting IT or engineering infrastructure within the FAA, DoD, or other government aviation or defense environments.
- Experience administering NetApp storage systems and conducting annual disaster recovery gap analyses and testing.
- Experience managing large-format physical plotting networks and driver configurations.
- Ability to independently solve novel, complex platform failures using prior technical scenarios.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple plan options, low office-visit copays in some plans, and access to mental health and wellness support tools. The availability of HSA/FSA options and employer contributions is positioned as a meaningful part of the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as a strong component of total rewards, highlighted by a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in the standard package. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also presented as an additional long-term wealth-building feature.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports extend beyond core insurance, including wellness programs, fitness-related stipends, and assistance resources. Work flexibility and related perks are also included as part of the broader rewards experience.
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What We Do
We Are Leidos For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world. OUR MISSION Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead.
