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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Industrial Security Representative

Company: Leidos

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 03, 2024

Leidos is seeking an experienced Industrial Security Representative for the NGEN SMIT contract in San Diego, California. The candidate will work on a multi-functional security project team, facilitating personnel, physical, and industrial security actions for a high-visibility program supporting the US Navy. The role involves applying Leidos security standards and practices to government facilities, providing guidance on security issues, and conducting investigations. The Industrial Security Representative will also resolve complex problems, develop strategies to mitigate vulnerabilities, and maintain continuity of operations. The role requires a BA degree and 4-8 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 2-6 years of experience. Knowledge of various security programs and systems is essential, along with the ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Health Solutions Portfolio Director (NIH)

Company: Leidos

Location: Reston, VA

Posted Oct 03, 2024

Leidos is seeking a Portfolio Director for their Health Solutions Group, located in the DMV area. The role involves managing a portfolio with full profit and loss responsibility, ensuring operational excellence, and meeting growth targets. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree, 15+ years of experience in a public health field, and proven experience in growing a business. They should possess strong program management skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience with various contract types. The role requires collaboration with multiple customers, programs, and projects, and the ability to switch between business development and operational delivery.

Principal Cloud Engineer

Company: Leidos

Location: Reston, VA

Posted Oct 03, 2024

The Principal Cloud Engineer role at Leidos involves designing, developing, and implementing AWS-based cloud architectures. This role requires significant DevOps experience, strong communication skills, and expertise in Agile, SAFe, and Scrum environments. The ideal candidate should have a BS or MS degree, 12+ or 10+ years of relevant experience respectively, and an active TS/SCI with polygraph. AWS certifications and experience with large scale data technologies are preferred. The role offers a competitive pay range and the opportunity to work on innovative projects.

Energy Engineer

Company: Leidos

Location: Honolulu, HI

Posted Oct 03, 2024

Leidos is hiring an Energy Engineer for their Hawai'i Energy program team. The role involves empowering the community to achieve the state's clean energy goals, optimizing energy consumption for commercial customers, and contributing to Hawai'i's aim for 100% clean energy by 2045. The ideal candidate should have a strong engineering background, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in analytical programming languages. Leidos offers career advancement, growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

OCONUS Field Engineer - TS/SCI Polygraph Required

Company: Leidos

Location: Chantilly, VA

Posted Oct 03, 2024

Leidos is seeking a field engineer for an international role in an exciting OCONUS location. The ideal candidate should have prior experience as a systems engineer or systems administrator, with knowledge in Linux Operating System, system/network monitoring tools, and scripting. The role involves troubleshooting complex problems, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment. The position requires a brief work assignment in Chantilly, Virginia, followed by a long-term international assignment. Relocation costs are included. The job involves physical activity, maintaining hardware, and occasional long-distance driving. Additional desired qualifications include experience with Cisco routers, Asterisk based PBX, and Visio.

Piping Designer

Company: Leidos

Location: Newport News, VA

Posted Oct 03, 2024

Gibbs & Cox, a leading naval architecture and marine engineering firm, is seeking a Naval Piping Designer in Newport News, VA. The role involves creating detailed designs, diagrams, 3D models, and 2D drawings for ship construction and modification. The ideal candidate should have U.S. citizenship, a Secret Security Clearance, and relevant experience in piping design for Naval and/or commercial shipbuilding programs. Proficiency in AUTOCAD, 3-D modeling, and ShipConstructor is required. Strong MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills, along with excellent oral, written, and presentation skills, are also necessary. The job offers a competitive pay range and the opportunity to work on high-profile projects.

Data Warehouse Lead

Company: Leidos

Location: Chantilly, VA

Posted Oct 03, 2024

Leidos National Security Sector is seeking an experienced Data Warehouse Lead to lead a team in designing, developing, and implementing a new data warehouse for an Intelligence Community customer. The role involves leading the team in creating a centralized repository for cross-contextual business analytics, utilizing cutting-edge technologies, and collaborating with stakeholders to understand analytical needs. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in Java, SQL, Oracle, data modeling, and ETL processes, along with experience in managing a technical team through a government ATO process.

Proposal Manager - Consulting Employee

Company: Leidos

Location: Columbia, MD

Posted Oct 03, 2024

Leidos is looking for a skilled Proposal Manager to lead classified proposals in Baltimore, Maryland. The role involves managing proposal development from pre-proposal to post-proposal phases, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree, at least 15 years of related experience, and an active TS/SCI clearance. They should also have experience with the Federal procurement process, excellent writing and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

FHA Mortgage Origination - Customer Service

Company: Leidos

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Posted Oct 03, 2024

Leidos is hiring for full-time and part-time Mortgage Origination Professionals in Albuquerque, NM and Indianapolis, IN. The role involves providing customer service, answering calls and emails about FHA guidelines, and using knowledge of the mortgage industry to locate answers. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of mortgage origination experience, 1 year of contact center experience, and be able to navigate multiple computer systems. Benefits include medical and dental insurance, 401K, and paid time off. The pay range is $20-$23 per hour.

Principal Software Engineer

Company: Leidos

Location: Reston, VA

Posted Oct 03, 2024

Leidos is seeking a Principal Software Engineer with extensive experience in Agile DevOps, Java, Spring, and C2S. The candidate will participate in software programming initiatives, develop and test software solutions, and coordinate with team members to ensure alignment with customer use cases. The role involves working in an Agile development environment, leveraging cloud data services, and utilizing industry-leading DevOps tools. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be well-versed in version control and issue tracking systems, and possess a Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of experience or a Master's with 10+ years of experience. Active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required.

Full Stack Software Engineer

Company: Leidos

Location: Aurora, CO

Posted Oct 03, 2024

Leidos is currently hiring for a Software Engineer (Level 2) position with full-stack development experience. The candidate will translate system requirements into software requirements, perform software design, and implement software applications and features in an agile environment. The ideal candidate must be fluent in both Java and JavaScript, and have experience with micro-services and web applications deployed in a cloud native environment (Kubernetes/Docker). The role involves working with domain Subject Matter Experts and Systems Engineers, designing and developing user interface components, and assisting in the design and development of back-end services. The job requires debugging existing software, providing recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards, and implementing, testing, and deploying bug fixes, enhancements, and security updates for legacy code.

Jr. Communications Specialist/Tech Writer w active TS/SCI Polygraph

Company: Leidos

Location: Chevy Chase, MD

Posted Oct 03, 2024

Leidos is seeking a Journeyman Communications Specialist - Tech Writer with an Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance for an Intelligence Community (IC) program in McLean, VA. The role involves technical editing, mentoring junior staff, and creating compelling content using tools like Adobe Creative Cloud suite and MS Office. The candidate will support Government staff in developing, preparing, producing, coordinating, and editing a range of products. The position offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to work in a team environment that values contributions.

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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