NAS Safety Lead, FAA BNATCS

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Job Description:

We have opportunities at mid, senior, and lead levels for professionals with a strong technical background in safety testing, evaluation, and risk management within complex systems. Whether supporting safety validation efforts or leading teams in operational risk management, your expertise will play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the safety of the National Airspace System. 

Mid-Level NAS Safety Specialist (~5–8 years) 

• Support safety testing, evaluation, and validation activities for NAS systems 
• Assist in collecting and analyzing safety data to identify potential risks 
• Contribute to operational risk management and safety risk assessments 
• Document safety findings and support development of mitigation strategies 
• Collaborate with FAA and engineering teams to ensure compliance with safety standards 

Senior NAS Safety Specialist (~8–10 years) 

• Lead safety testing, evaluation, and validation efforts on complex NAS programs 
• Develop and maintain safety documentation and risk management plans 
• Coordinate with FAA stakeholders to support operational and safety risk management activities 
• Mentor junior safety specialists and provide technical expertise on safety processes 
• Drive initiatives to improve safety testing methodologies and risk management practices 

NAS Safety Lead / SME (10+ years; ideal 20+) 

• Direct safety strategy, testing, and validation for large-scale FAA NAS programs 
• Lead teams of 10+ safety specialists and technical personnel 
• Oversee comprehensive operational and safety risk management efforts ensuring FAA compliance 
• Act as principal advisor to FAA leadership on safety risk and mitigation strategies 
• Ensure safety programs evolve with changing regulatory, operational, and technological requirements 

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $86,700.00 - $151,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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