Mechanical Engineering Section Manager

Leidos•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

Leidos Defense Systems is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineering Section Manager for its Hypersonics line of business, specifically supporting the Common Hypersonic Glide Body (CHGB) program. The CHGB is a critical program for the Army, aimed at developing a strategic weapons capability for long-range precision fires to counter and gain a lead on adversaries' technological advances. Leidos Defense Systems Sector offers a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services for customers worldwide, focusing on solving tough security challenges for missions that cannot fail. This role is for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, cutting-edge environment and are driven to make an impact.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited institution with 4+ years of relevant experience or Master’s degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.
Ability to balance technical engineering responsibilities (~90% of time) with direct line management responsibilities (~10% of time).
Familiarity with CAD tools such as Creo, CATIA, AutoCAD, or SolidWorks.
Experience working within Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) environments.
Understanding of cost and schedule impacts associated with engineering deliverables.
Strong attention-to-detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Self-starter with an eagerness for continuous learning and professional development.
Interest in mentoring, coaching, and team development.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting DoD programs related to missile systems, reentry vehicles, or hypersonic technologies.
Prior work in assembly, integration, or testing of missile systems.
Experience supporting rapid development, prototyping, or fast-paced engineering programs.
Familiarity with MIL-STD-31000 Technical Data Package (TDP) development and management.
Prior experience with direct reports or formal people management responsibilities.
Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop engineers.
Experience working within the Kinetic Effects Hypersonics Engineering Department.

Responsibilities

Lead and support a team of engineers, including conducting one-on-one meetings, providing performance feedback, and facilitating career development discussions.
Help plan and coordinate team objectives in alignment with program and organizational goals.
Identify and remove blockers to keep the team productive and mission focused.
Support staffing activities, including interviewing and onboarding new engineers.
Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and mission execution.