Jobs at Leidos

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Leidos is a leading technology and engineering company that delivers solutions for defense, civil, and health agencies. With a focus on cyber, AI, and systems integration, Leidos helps clients protect critical infrastructure and innovate across national security and public health.

Leidos hires a wide spectrum of talent—from software engineers and data scientists to cybersecurity analysts, systems integrators, and project managers. Candidates can expect competitive benefits, continuous learning opportunities, and projects that have real‑world impact on government and commercial customers.

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Distribution Engineer

Company: Leidos

Location: Princeton, NJ

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Leidos is hiring Distribution Engineers for electric utility design engineering in New Jersey. The role offers a fast-paced, diverse work environment with flexible hours and opportunities for career growth, including professional licenses and mentorship programs. The primary responsibilities include developing design packages, performing engineering calculations, providing support during construction, and conducting root cause analysis of outages. Candidates should have 2+ years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, and the ability to work in outdoor environments. Leidos values strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and attention to detail.

Intelligence Analyst-Tradecraft Support

Company: Leidos

Location: McLean, VA

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Leidos is seeking experienced intelligence professionals for a critical contract in McLean, VA. The role involves providing guidance on tradecraft and argumentation, facilitating structured thinking methods, and collaborating with a diverse group of individuals across the intelligence community. The successful candidate will contribute to processes that shape government policy, work independently and in a team environment, and enjoy competitive benefits. Basic qualifications include an active TS/SCI with polygraph, 10+ years of experience in the IC, and expertise in intelligence analytic standards.

Military Family Life School Counselor (Elementary/Middle School)

Company: Leidos

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Leidos is recruiting licensed behavioral health professionals for a 9-month position as Child and Youth Behavioral Military and Family Life Counselors (CYB-MFLC) at MCRD San Diego, CA. The role involves providing non-medical counseling to military families, addressing emotional and environmental challenges faced by military children. Responsibilities include working at schools with military youth, offering presentations on social skills development, building rapport with parents, and assisting with transition adjustments. Benefits include no insurance filing, no progress notes, no treatment plans, an iPad for digital reporting, paid federal holidays, free training, license renewal reimbursement, and 401K eligibility. The job requires a master's degree in Behavioral Health Professions, a valid U.S. license, and clearance for employment.

Senior Director, Air Force and Defense Agency Growth

Company: Leidos

Location: Reston, VA

Posted Oct 06, 2024

The Senior Director of Air Force and Defense Agency Growth portfolio will lead a team of 7 professionals, responsible for identifying, developing, and capturing business opportunities. This role involves shaping and winning new business, developing growth strategies, and leading cross-functional teams. The individual will also manage new business funds, identify gaps and emerging requirements, and conduct market and economic analysis. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, 15+ years of experience, and a proven track record in business development and capture management. Excellent communication skills and the ability to establish rapport with internal and external customers are required.

Substation Senior Civil/Structural Engineer

Company: Leidos

Location: Remote

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Leidos Engineering is seeking a Licensed Senior Civil/Structural Engineer with extensive experience in design engineering and reviews for substation projects. The ideal candidate should have a strong educational background in steel and concrete structures, geotechnical engineering, and foundations. The role involves performing design reviews, developing junior staff, contributing to bids and proposals, and overseeing client projects. The position requires proficiency in various software tools and a willingness to travel up to 25%. The ideal candidate will be a senior member of a design team and will ideally be based at the Leidos office in Walled Lake, MI, with hybrid or fully remote options considered.

Systems Engineer

Company: Leidos

Location: Fort Meade, MD

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Leidos is seeking a Systems Engineer with strong expertise in operating systems and server hardware to join their Defense Enclave Services (DES) team at Ft. Meade, MD. The role involves working across DOD agencies to migrate IT services into a common hosting environment, designing and planning migration tasks, and optimizing system performance. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in STEM, active DoD IAT Level II certification, and experience with requirements management, technical troubleshooting, and migration planning. Preferred qualifications include experience with cloud technologies, networking, IT discovery tools, and enterprise storage and backup solutions.

Senior Substation Site Civil Engineer

Company: Leidos

Location: Atlanta, GA

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Leidos is seeking a Senior Substation Site Civil Engineer for their Chicago, IL organization. The role involves leading and designing high voltage utility Civil Substation projects, interacting with other electric utility disciplines, and handling projects with limited supervision. The company is recognized as an industry leader, ranked within the Top 10 T&D Firms and Top 10 Power Firms by Engineering News-Record (ENR). The position offers a hybrid work schedule, remote capabilities for select candidates, and opportunities for career growth. Required qualifications include a B.S. degree in Civil Engineering with 4+ years of experience, P.E. license, proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation OpenSite Designer, and experience with hydrologic and hydraulic modeling & design programs.

AIML Software Engineer Geospatial

Company: Leidos

Location: Reston, VA

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Leidos National Security Sector is seeking a Junior AIML Software Engineer for their Spatial Solutions Division. The ideal candidate will have experience with geospatial data, AI/ML model development, and cloud platforms. They will collaborate with senior engineers to design, develop, and deploy AI/ML models, process and analyze geospatial datasets, and implement MLOps practices. The role offers opportunities for hands-on experience in a cutting-edge technology environment and the chance to make significant contributions to projects.

Project Manager Electric Utilities

Company: Leidos

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Leidos Engineering is seeking a Project Manager in Texas to join their Power Delivery Solutions division. The role involves overseeing a diverse portfolio of electric utility projects, leading a team of project managers, and ensuring successful project delivery. The position offers a fast-paced work environment, flexible hours, and opportunities for career development and growth. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related discipline, and relevant Project Management experience in the electric power industry. Preferred qualifications include PMP Certification and experience with Substation and/or Transmission Line projects.

Software Engineer

Company: Leidos

Location: Huntsville, AL

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Leidos Defense Systems is looking for a Software Engineer to join a team supporting RF sensor systems research and development in a missile defense modeling and simulation environment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree with 2-4 years of relevant experience, knowledge of Agile methodologies, and strong communication skills. The role involves high-level software development functions, collaboration with experts, and contributing to software development activities as part of an agile team. The pay range is $65,000.00 - $117,500.00.

NIIS Field Service Technician

Company: Leidos

Location: Baghdad, Iraq

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Leidos is seeking a Non-Intrusive Inspection System (NIIS) Field Service Technician for the IBD-SS program in CENTCOM and Horn of Africa areas of operations. The role involves maintenance, training, and working closely with military customers. The ideal candidate should have experience in mechanical and electronics, radiation and Backscatter technology systems, and skills in installing, de-installing, testing systems, and performing Preventive Maintenance actions. The position may involve supervisory duties and OCONUS travel. Required qualifications include a BS or AA/AS degree, relevant experience, and Radiation Safety Certification. US Secret security clearance is required. Additional desirable qualifications include experience with Force Protection systems, Radiation and Backscatter systems, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Research Scientist II - Modeling and Simulation

Company: Leidos

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Leidos Health and Civil is seeking a Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Research Scientist to work with the Directed Energy (DE) Health Effects Directorate at the Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio (NAMRU-SA). The role involves developing cutting-edge M&S tools and algorithms, evaluating user needs, and generating documentation. The ideal candidate should have a PhD in a relevant field, two years of postdoctoral experience, and experience with programming languages like C++, Python, R, SQL, PostgreSQL, Linux, MATLAB, VBA, or STK. US citizenship is required due to Federal contract requirements. The pay range is $65,000.00 - $117,500.00.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Leidos?
Leidos offers a collaborative environment focused on mission‑driven projects. Employees benefit from flexible work arrangements, competitive health coverage, and tuition‑support programs. The culture emphasizes continuous learning, with internal training and certification pathways for cybersecurity, cloud, and data science.
What types of positions are available at Leidos?
Leidos needs talent in software development, data analytics, AI research, cybersecurity, systems engineering, project management, and technical writing. Roles range from entry‑level developers to senior architects, with opportunities in cloud platforms, edge computing, and defense‑grade systems.
How can I stand out as a Leidos applicant?
Tailor your resume to highlight mission‑aligned projects, quantify results, and list relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, AWS Certified Solutions Architect). Showcase problem‑solving through portfolio or code samples, and mention experience with agile or defense‑grade standards. Leverage employee referrals through the Leidos LinkedIn group and prepare to discuss how your background supports national security or public‑health initiatives.

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