Systems Engineer

Leidos • Fort Meade, MD

139d • $104,650 - $189,175

About The Position

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a System Engineer in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

Requirements

• Eight (8) or more years of experience as a System Engineer in Contracts and Programs of similar scope, type and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in system engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• Active TS/SCI with Poly clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support full lifecycle systems engineering activities including requirements analysis, design, integration, verification, and validation.
• Provide expertise across both Linux and Windows platforms, ensuring compatibility and security.
• Design, test, and optimize RF systems, antennas, and signal paths.
• Apply FORNSAT knowledge to support signal collection and analysis initiatives.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including software developers, analysts, and field engineers.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, diagrams, and configuration management artifacts, while supporting mission operations and resolving technical issues in real time.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 11 paid Holidays
• 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting
• Flexible Schedules
• Discounted Stock Purchase Plans
• Technical Upskilling
• Education and Training Support
• Parental Paid Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree