Description
Leidos' Defense Sector is seeking a Senior Electrical / Electronics Engineer to support an Army Program focused on delivering advanced capabilities for operational decision-making in complex and dynamic environments. The Senior Electrical / Electronics Engineer leads the design, development, testing, and integration of complex electrical and electronic systems. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong analytical skills, and the ability to guide engineering teams through the full product lifecycle. The engineer will drive architecture decisions, mentor junior staff, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure that all designs meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirements. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in solving challenging engineering problems and influencing technical direction.
Locations include Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD; Fort Belvoir, FL; Tampa, FL
This position is contingent upon program award, anticipated late March.
Primary Responsibilities:
Lead the design and development of electrical and electronic circuits, systems, and components.
Oversee schematic creation, PCB layout reviews, and component selection for new and existing products.
Perform advanced analysis, modeling, and simulation to validate design performance and reliability.
Develop test plans, execute validation activities, and troubleshoot complex hardware issues.
Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality processes.
Collaborate with mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless system integration.
Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior and mid-level engineers.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in design practices, documentation, and engineering processes.
Support supplier evaluations, design reviews, and technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders.
Prepare and maintain detailed engineering documentation, including specifications, test reports, and design artifacts.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related discipline with 8+ years of experience or a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI.
Professional experience in electrical/electronics design and development.
Strong proficiency with circuit design, analog/digital electronics, and embedded hardware.
Experience with schematic capture and PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, OrCAD, KiCad, Mentor Graphics).
Solid understanding of signal integrity, power electronics, grounding, and EMI/EMC principles.
Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and power supplies.
Proven ability to lead technical projects and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent problem-solving skills and strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related field.
Experience with embedded systems, microcontrollers, FPGAs, or SoC-based designs.
Knowledge of high-speed digital design, RF systems, or power conversion technologies.
Familiarity with safety and regulatory standards (UL, CE, FCC, IEC, ISO).
Experience with reliability engineering, DFMEA, or design-for-manufacturability (DFM/DFT).
Background in automotive, aerospace, industrial, medical, or consumer electronics environments.
Ability to lead design reviews, mentor engineering teams, and influence technical strategy.
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Original Posting:
February 26, 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 $107,900.00 - $195,050.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .
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Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.
