C-UAS Hardware Development Lead

Leidos•Huntsville, VA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Leidos is seeking a Hardware Development Lead to drive microelectronics hardware design, prototyping, integration, and testing for the Army’s Counter‑UAS (C‑UAS) Network Communication System (NCS). You’ll lead hardware engineering that enables secure, reliable network integration of M‑LIDS and FS‑LIDS systems supporting Short‑Range Air Defense (SHORAD) missions. This role owns hardware architecture decisions, directs a team of engineers/technicians, and ensures hardware solutions meet performance, security, and military standards while integrating tightly with software, RF, and cybersecurity teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in EE/CE/Hardware Engineering + 10+ years hardware engineering (lead experience required).
Current Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.
Proven leadership in hardware design for networked/embedded/tactical microelectronics systems.
Experience with hardware‑software integration, secure communication hardware, and qualification testing.
Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity requirements and RMF/ATO as applied to hardware.
Strong technical writing and ability to brief government stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Experience with C‑UAS/SHORAD/LIDS hardware programs.
Hardware development for fielded tactical systems (M‑LIDS/FS‑LIDS).
Microelectronics design for contested/DIL environments.

Responsibilities

Lead hardware architecture, design, prototyping, and microelectronics upgrades for NCS.
Define hardware interfaces, components, and data flows aligned with secure system architecture.
Direct circuit/board‑level design, component selection, and secure hardware/firmware integration.
Oversee hardware‑software‑network integration and support secure remote access/data transfer.
Lead hardware testing, qualification (environmental, EMI/EMC, reliability), and corrective actions.
Support RMF/ATO hardware requirements, patch assessments, and cybersecurity integration.
Present hardware technical approach at TIMs; maintain hardware sections of system documentation.
Manage and mentor hardware engineers and technicians within an Agile, cross‑functional workflow.