Lead Undersea Solution Architect

Leidos • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

Leidos is seeking a Lead Undersea Solution Architect in its Undersea Systems Division (USD) to lead technology innovation in remote vehicle systems, maritime sensors, subsea telemetry, and ISR solutions supporting defense and national security missions. The role supports multidisciplinary teams developing advanced maritime technologies, preparing contract proposals, and solving challenging customer problems. The division delivers C4ISR technologies, including sensor networks, unmanned systems, and tactical platforms, to military and commercial customers worldwide.

The architect leads technical strategy and provides technical leadership across undersea systems, from architecture and proposal development through integration and program execution. The role works with engineers, scientists, technicians, teammates, subcontractors, business-area leaders, and customers, and supports technical engagements and conferences internationally.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a similar technical discipline.
• 10 or more years of total experience.
• Strong technical focus and ability to support team leadership.
• Ability to establish collaborative working relationships with government customers, technical staff, senior managers, and peers.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• History of contributing to the successful capture of competitive U.S. Department of Defense contracts.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a similar technical discipline.
• Experience with U.S. Navy programs, contracts, and mission requirements.
• Experience with offshore or at-sea test operations.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage complex engineering efforts.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical strategy for the design, development, and integration of the Undersea Systems Division.
• Support technical performance and delivery of undersea systems across the division, helping program execution teams align with requirements and milestones.
• Serve as the primary technical authority for undersea proposals, including development of system architecture, interfaces, and integration plans.
• Lead design reviews, trade studies, risk development and mitigation, and technical decision-making for undersea systems.
• Work with teammates and subcontractors to develop undersea systems.
• Support customer engagement, strategy, and technology innovation to meet customer needs.
• Coordinate across the business area with Maritime leads, division managers, portfolio managers, and customers to develop solutions for integrated system needs.
• Support technical undersea conferences, engagements, and meetings around the world.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior