Description
The Leidos National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC) Program is looking for a Mechaniccal Engineer to support the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Office.
Must be a Registered Professional Engineer in good standing in the United States
Telework with 25% travel.
Must be located in the Eastern time zone area.
Primary Responsibilities
Design and engineer HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and mechanical utility systems for government and institutional facilities in accordance with public-sector standards and operational requirements
Prepare construction drawings, technical specifications, equipment schedules, and engineering calculations suitable for public procurement, competitive bidding, and long-term facility operation
Coordinate with architectural, civil, structural, electrical, and controls disciplines to integrate mechanical systems within complex, multi-discipline project environments
Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards such as ASHRAE, NFPA, ICC, energy codes, and agency-specific design criteria
Perform load calculations, energy modeling, ventilation analysis, and system sizing to support efficient, resilient, and maintainable designs. Perform engineering calculations (loads, stresses, flow, heat transfer).
Use specialized mechanical and civil design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Civil 3D for utility coordination, Carrier HAP/Trace, eQUEST, or similar tools) to develop models and analyses
Utilize cost estimating and quantity takeoff software (e.g., Bluebeam, RSMeans, Sage Estimating, or comparable platforms) to support budgeting, value engineering, and public funding approvals
Support construction administration through submittal reviews, RFIs, site visits, commissioning coordination, and verification of installation conformance with design intent
Fire protection (sprinklers, smoke control, etc)
Mechanical Engineer Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
8+ years of applicable experience or (or 6+ years with a Masters degree)
Professional Engineer License in good US standing
Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust Suitability
Experience with mechanical engineering design and analysis
Experience testing and evaluation of mechanical systems
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Excellent communication skills
Proficiency in engineering analysis and design software tools
Ability to create and edit projects in AutoCad
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Original Posting:
October 16, 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
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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.
Remote
REQNUMBER: R-00194583-OTHLOC-PL-2D0703
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.
