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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

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Leidos’ Defense Systems Space Sensing is seeking a Engineering Technologist to join our team…. as part of a small team to provide responsive, cost-effective InfraRed (IR) Payloads that are hosted on satellites in earth orbit.  In this role, you will perform a wide range of system integration activities that include early phase manufacturing of Engineering Development Units (EDUs) and first articles for flight, integrating and troubleshooting subsystems, performing tests, working to defined manufacturing processes, and assembling test equipment.  The ideal candidate will be skilled in construction, assembly, fabrication and test of electric, electronic and mechanical prototypes and products.  

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here!

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Primary Responsibilities.  

•  Conduct tests and document tests results in accordance with an approved test plan  

• Prepare parts lists  
• Work with more senior engineering technicians, assemblers / fabricators, mechanical designers and technical writers; take direction from a Software Engineer or Systems Engineer  
• Independently perform tests and document the tests results, following an approved test plan  
• Prepare and validate parts lists  
• Must apply knowledge of product design, assembly, tooling, process of composite materials while working to develop or improve composite manufacturing processes
• Complete all planning paperwork throughout the production process
• Helps monitor inventories and supplies to ensure correct usage
• Lead and communicate requirements to contractor engineering technicians, assemblers / fabricators, mechanical designers and technical writers 
• Must be able to work second or third shift as needed 

Basic Qualifications.

• Two (2) years’ experience in construction, assembly, fabrication and test of electrical, electronic and mechanical prototypes and products.  
• Candidate must be able to read and interpreting drawings, GD&T specifications, and 3-D solid models.
• High School Diploma
• Certification in A+ or Net+ is required 
• In lieu of certification, an additional three (3) years of experience is required. 
• Self-Motivated, problem solver. 

Preferred Qualifications.

• Experience with test automation
• Experience building and testing electro-optical systems or other complex multi-disciplinary systems.
• Previous experience working with thermal chambers, vibration tables, vacuum chambers, or anechoic chambers.
• Understanding and experience with testing of EMI/EMC per MIL Standard 461 and 464.
• Experience in rapid development manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience working in small engineering teams.
• Current and active DoD Secret clearance.

At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”

If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.

Original Posting:

January 6, 2026

Pay Range:

Pay Range $57,850.00 - $104,575.00

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.