Lead Electrical & Computer Engineer

Description Leidos is seeking Computer Engineers and Electrical Engineers for cutting-edge engineering efforts within the Maritime System Solutions (MSS) Portfolio of our Undersea Systems Division (USD). This role is an opportunity to contribute to innovation in underwater vehicle systems, maritime sensors, subsea telemetry, and ISR solutions that support critical defense and national security missions.You'll work with a multidisciplinary team developing advanced maritime technologies, from prototype design to full-scale system deployment for ongoing Navy missions.Leidos’ Undersea Systems Division is a recognized leader in C4ISR technologies, delivering innovative, mission-critical solutions across sensor networks, unmanned systems, and tactical platforms. We’re known for achieving “industry firsts” in the most challenging maritime domains.Join us and be part of a world-class team delivering unmatched solutions for today's most pressing maritime missions.Why Join Us?Make an Impact: Your work will directly support U.S. maritime dominance and national security.Lead Innovation: Be at the forefront of applying innovative technology and autonomy to real-world maritime systems.Work with Experts: Collaborate with a top-tier team of engineers, scientists, and technicians located across the U.S.Shape the Future: Help us build next-generation subsea technologies.What You’ll DoContribute to technical innovation and product improvements aligned with customer needs and mission goals.Firmware & Software development for microcontrollers and FPGAs.Circuit board level design of high reliability, high voltage (1kV or greater) DC/DC power systemsCircuit board level design of simultaneously sampled remote analog data acquisition equipmentDesign of long-distance fiber optic telemetry systemsWhat You BringRequired Experience & Skills:Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer EngineeringAt least 8 years of experience with subsea maritime systems or other integrated electro-mechanical systemsExperience with design, prototype, production and test of multi-layer printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs)Experience with FPGAs and MCUsFunctional literacy of Linux operating systems and ability to use basic command line toolsExperience with C/C++ & cross-platform compiling for ARM systemsFamiliarity with Python, Bash, MATLAB, SPICEU.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain a SECRET clearanceCommitment to complete and accurate documentation of designs, procedures, analyses, and test results as part of the engineering deliverable.Ability to apply best-practice engineering principles to firmware & software developmentExperience producing engineering documentation suitable for design reviews, manufacturing, and long-term supportExperience working independently and collaboratively towards defined objectives within a multidisciplinary geographically diverse teamFamiliarity with ISO 9001:2015 and quality-focused engineering processesPreferred Experience:Experience with Altium DesignerExperience with Xilinx Zynq FPGAs and Vivado IDEExperience with Microchip PIC32 & PIC24, STMicroelectronics STM32Experience with UUVs, deployed subsea systems, and underwater payloadsExposure to DoD technical program executionFamiliarity with IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001Willing to travel up to 10%If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.Original Posting:March 8, 2026For 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 - $195,050.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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 LeidosLeidos 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 .Pay and BenefitsPay 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 /careers/pay-benefits.Securing Your DataBeware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at [email protected] you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.Commitment to Non-DiscriminationAll 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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