Job Description:

LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking a Data Analyst to support data gathering, integration, analysis, and visualization activities for FAA programs, with a focus on Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) operations. This role involves working with multiple FAA systems, stakeholders, and data sources to evaluate system performance, generate actionable insights, and support decision-making. The Data Analyst will collaborate closely with FAA program leadership, engineers, site leads, and operational stakeholders to ensure that data products meet program objectives and comply with FAA standards.

Responsibilities:

Gather, normalize, and integrate data from multiple sources including TFDM, ERAM, STARS, SWIM, TBFM, and surface surveillance systems (e.g., ASDE-X, ASSC).
Develop and maintain data pipelines to support ongoing monitoring, analysis, and reporting.
Analyze aircraft surface movement data, runway utilization, pushback times, taxi-out delays, and metering effectiveness to evaluate TFDM system impact.
Support FAA stakeholders with analysis of throughput, delay reduction, queue management, and efficiency improvements.
Analyze data from test events including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and Operational Readiness Demonstrations (ORD).
Provide quantitative assessments and visualizations to validate TFDM performance against baseline metrics and operational expectations.
Design and maintain dashboards and visual reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) to present key performance indicators (KPIs) for stakeholders.
Tailor dashboards to support roles such as system engineers, site implementation leads, and FAA program managers.
Identify trends, anomalies, and outliers in operational data; perform root cause analysis to uncover system issues or inefficiencies.
Generate actionable insights to inform system enhancements, procedural changes, or additional training needs.
Validate the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of TFDM-related datasets, identifying and resolving data integrity issues.
Collaborate with systems engineers and developers to ensure data logging and telemetry meet analysis requirements.
Develop and deliver recurring and ad-hoc reports to TFDM program leadership, FAA stakeholders (e.g., AJM, AJT, AJW), airport authorities, and industry partners.
Support responses to data-related inquiries from internal FAA teams and external evaluators.
Contribute to the development of models that support predictive surface metering, queue estimation, and traffic flow optimization.
Assist in evaluating model performance and recommending improvements based on historical data trends.
Work with cross-functional teams-including software engineers, integration specialists, and operational SMEs-to identify analysis needs and define data requirements.
Translate technical requirements into data products that support program goals and decision-making.
Ensure data handling complies with FAA data governance policies, privacy requirements, and cybersecurity standards.
Maintain proper documentation of methodologies, assumptions, and data sources to ensure transparency and reproducibility.

Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
- 0-4 years of experience for Junior Staff
- 5-14 years of experience for Mid-level Staff
- 15+ years of experience for Senior Staff
Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Preferred:

Experience with FAA systems such as TFDM, ERAM, STARS, SWIM, TBFM, ASDE-X, or ASSC.
Familiarity with dashboard/reporting tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
Experience with FAA data governance and cybersecurity standards.

Location:
Various - Some on-site support/Hybrid (DC Area, Atlantic City, NJ, Oklahoma City, OK, and other FAA locations).

Travel:
Some travel may be required.

Physical Requirements:
Extended Computer Use: Regular and prolonged periods of working at a computer.

Background Check:
Must be able to pass a government Public Trust investigation.

About LS Technologies

At LS Technologies, we're enhancing our nation's critical infrastructure by providing engineering, technical, and professional services to Federal Government agencies. The quality of our work, deep technical expertise, and genuine passion for public service sets us apart. As a growing organization, we are expanding our benefits and communication with our employees, offering add-ons that speak to our growing employees' needs. Join us in delivering high-quality solutions and shaping the future of safety and innovation for our government partners.

EEO Commitment

LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Requesting An Accommodation

LS Technologies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by LS Technologies and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with LS Technologies and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please send us an email at careers@lstechllc.com or speak with your recruiter.

Compensation (Pay Bands)

Salary at LST is determined by a wide array of factors, such as (but not limited to) education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, location, and clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.

The projected compensation range for this position is provided within the posting and is based on full-time, 40-hour/week status. Part-time staff receive compensation at an hourly rate. The estimated minimum and maximum displayed represent the broadest range for this position (inclusive of high geographic and high clearance requirements) and are just one component of the LST's total compensation package for employees. ** In compliance with local laws, LS Technologies presents this reasonable compensation range as a guideline for roles in California, Colorado, New York, or Washington D.C."

Benefits offered to all employees who work 30+ hours per week: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Annual Leave, and Holidays.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

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