Description

Electrical Engineer

Location: Chantilly VA

Clearance Required: Current TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to pass a polygraph.

This role may be eligible for a sign-on incentive, which could include additional PTO or a monetary bonus.

Leidos is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior level Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team supporting mission-critical operations in secure government facilities. This is an exceptional opportunity to grow your technical expertise while contributing to the design, analysis, and implementation of electrical power systems that keep national operations running smoothly.

Under the mentorship of senior engineers, you’ll gain hands-on experience across the full lifecycle of electrical infrastructure—from design and documentation to field testing and commissioning. If you're ready to apply your engineering skills in a fast-paced, high-impact environment, we want to hear from you.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the design and layout of medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems
• Create and update single-line diagrams, protection/control schematics, and equipment specifications
• Participate in field inspections, functional testing, and commissioning of electrical systems
• Collaborate with civil, mechanical, systems, and vendor teams to deliver integrated infrastructure solutions
• Assist in evaluating and specifying electrical components (e.g., transformers, switchgear, UPS systems)
• Contribute to engineering documentation, technical reports, and maintenance policy development
• Support power system studies including load flow, short circuit, arc flash, and grounding analysis
• Gain exposure to SCADA systems, substation design, and renewable energy integration
• Utilize AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and Microsoft Office tools for design and documentation

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and 2–4 years of experience, or Master’s degree with less than 2 years of experience (additional experience may substitute for degree)
• Ability to obtain a TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
• Solid understanding of electrical engineering principles and their application to real-world projects
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across interdisciplinary teams
• Experience in electrical system design including power distribution, lighting, and controls
• Familiarity with commercial electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and related CAD tools
• Awareness of energy-efficient and sustainable design practices
• Exposure to medium voltage systems, backup generators, UPS, and lighting controls
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve moderately complex technical challenges

Preferred Qualifications

• Current TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to pass a polygraph is required
• EIT (Engineer in Training) or PE (Professional Engineer) certification
• Experience with SCADA systems, substation design, and renewable energy integration
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and technical documentation
• Strong teamwork and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
• Familiarity with project management practices including scheduling and budgeting
• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to safety, quality, and innovation
• Experience with reactive maintenance and industrial control systems (PLCs, instrumentation)

This role is ideal for early-career engineers looking to build a strong foundation in electrical infrastructure while supporting national security operations. Join Leidos and help power the future of government facility engineering.

Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.

We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don’t wear capes (they’re a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for “how it’s always been done.”

Original Posting:

December 23, 2025

Pay Range:

Pay Range $69,550.00 - $125,725.00

The 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 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.