Air Traffic Control Radar System Installation and Activation Manager

Mid Level

30% Travel | United States | Full-Time

Position Overview

Crown is seeking a Mid-Level Air Traffic Control Radar System Installation & Activation Manager to support installation and activation programs within National Airspace System (NAS) environments.

This role supports the planning, coordination, and execution of radar system installations including site surveys, installation oversight, system optimization, and project coordination. The Mid-Level Manager will collaborate with installation teams, engineering technicians, vendors, and customer stakeholders to ensure installations are completed in accordance with project timelines and quality standards.

This position provides an opportunity to support complex radar system installations while gaining additional leadership and project management experience.

This role may require up to 30% travel and supports a remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Installation Program Support

• Support the planning and coordination of radar installation and activation projects across NAS environments
• Assist with timeline planning, resource coordination, and project execution activities

Project Execution

• Support installation programs including site surveys, implementation planning, installation, optimization, and system acceptance
• Assist with scheduling activities and coordination with project stakeholders
• Participate in site readiness meetings with customers

Technical Coordination

• Work with installation teams, engineering technicians, and activation specialists during radar system deployments
• Assist in coordinating vendors, suppliers, and installation resources

Quality & Compliance

• Support adherence to safety standards, technical specifications, and quality assurance requirements
• Assist in verifying installation compliance with federal aviation system standards

Reporting & Performance Monitoring

• Assist in monitoring project performance metrics including milestone progress and installation performance data

Required Technical Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in radar signal processing, digital and analog circuits, microprocessors, and antenna performance for primary and secondary radar systems
• Experience working with radar systems including installation, maintenance, or troubleshooting
• Understanding of electronic principles including radar signal processing and radar computer systems
• Knowledge of radar installation processes and troubleshooting methodologies

Military personnel with radar system experience within the U.S. Armed Forces are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Certifications & Technical Tools

Experience with the following is highly valued:

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
• Professional Engineer (PE) or relevant industry certifications
• Microsoft Project
• Project management tools and installation technologies used in radar system deployments

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–5 years of experience in installation, project management, or field services
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Project, and Outlook
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic operational environments
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Schedule & Travel

This role may require up to 30% travel depending on project requirements.

This position supports a remote work environment.

Compensation

Salary Range (Mid-Level):
$104,000 – $118,560 annually
($50.00 – $57.00 hourly equivalent)

Compensation is determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal equity considerations.

Crown complies with all applicable state and local pay transparency laws. The listed compensation range represents the good faith salary range for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, geographic considerations, and business needs.

Benefits

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Generous PTO

About Us

Crown Innovations is a recognized leader in research, development, and engineering with deep expertise in air traffic management, infrastructure modernization, lifecycle data management, and National Airspace System integration. Crown supports a wide portfolio of federal and commercial clients including the FAA, NASA, the Energy Information Administration, and state transportation agencies.

Crown has consistently been voted one of the best places to work in the Washington DC area.

Persons unable to complete an online application should contact Crown HR for assistance at (703) 650-0663 ext. 3068.

As a government contractor, most positions require U.S. citizenship.

Crown is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
EOE: Vets/Disability.

Visit: www.crownci.com for additional information.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.