System Architect Mechanical Engineer

Leidos•Huntsville, AL

1d•$131,300 - $237,350•Onsite

About The Position

Leidos is seeking an experienced System Architect Mechanical Engineer to solve tough engineering problems across some of the most challenging programs in our Defense Sector. This is a multi-faceted role that will leverage your experience in design, production, integration, and testing in myriad ways on multiple programs. You will be asked to solve tough, nebulous problems that span multiple engineering disciplines. This role requires a systems-minded leader with the ability to direct technical work based on cost, schedule, risk, and requirements. This is not an average engineering position. You will work on a team of talented engineers who push you to be better every day. This is a dynamic role with unique technical challenges that will be a rewarding milestone in any engineering career. Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
BS + 15 years of progressive engineering experience (or MS + 13 years)
Proven success leading complex, multi-disciplinary teams through development, integration, test, and production
Strong technical judgment, with the ability to communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
Hands-on experience with design reviews (PDR/CDR), configuration management, and risk management
Active DoD security clearance, or eligibility to obtain
Resident of Huntsville, AL or willing to relocate to the Huntsville, AL area.

Nice To Haves

Full-lifecycle experience—design, manufacture, integration, test, and fielding—on at least one product
Ability to quickly identify, assess, and communicate the downstream impacts of technical decisions
Experience with launchers, canisters, and flight vehicles
Experience integrating munitions into land- and sea-based launchers
Familiarity with the Patriot launcher
Familiarity with the Navy Vertical Launch System (VLS)
Familiarity with Army offensive and defensive fires

Responsibilities

Lead technical teams to design, manufacture, and deliver complex defense systems
Own the technical baseline across all lifecycle stages—engineering execution, system performance, and requirements compliance
Balance technical solutions against cost and schedule constraints
Direct subsystem leads, IPT leads, and specialty engineers to drive design maturity, integration, and risk mitigation
Identify and manage program risks and opportunities
Communicate technical progress, challenges, and opportunities to senior leadership and government stakeholders
Mentor and develop technical staff, fostering innovation, rigor, and collaboration