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Leidos’ Defense Systems Space Sensing is seeking a Engineering Technologist to join our team…. as part of a small team to provide responsive, cost-effective InfraRed (IR) Payloads that are hosted on satellites in earth orbit. In this role, you will perform a wide range of system integration activities that include early phase manufacturing of Engineering Development Units (EDUs) and first articles for flight, integrating and troubleshooting subsystems, performing tests, working to defined manufacturing processes, and assembling test equipment. The ideal candidate will be skilled in construction, assembly, fabrication and test of electric, electronic and mechanical prototypes and products.
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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. To explore and learn more, click here!
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Primary Responsibilities.
- Conduct tests and document tests results in accordance with an approved test plan
- Prepare parts lists
- Work with more senior engineering technicians, assemblers / fabricators, mechanical designers and technical writers; take direction from a Software Engineer or Systems Engineer
- Independently perform tests and document the tests results, following an approved test plan
- Prepare and validate parts lists
- Must apply knowledge of product design, assembly, tooling, process of composite materials while working to develop or improve composite manufacturing processes
- Complete all planning paperwork throughout the production process
- Helps monitor inventories and supplies to ensure correct usage
- Lead and communicate requirements to contractor engineering technicians, assemblers / fabricators, mechanical designers and technical writers
Basic Qualifications.
- Two (2) years’ experience in construction, assembly, fabrication and test of electrical, electronic and mechanical prototypes and products.
- Candidate must be able to read and interpreting drawings, GD&T specifications, and 3-D solid models.
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
- Certification in A+ or Net+ is required
- In lieu of certification, an additional two (2) years of experience is required.
- Self-Motivated, problem solver.
Preferred Qualifications.
- Experience with test automation
- Experience building and testing electro-optical systems or other complex multi-disciplinary systems.
- Previous experience working with thermal chambers, vibration tables, vacuum chambers, or anechoic chambers.
- Understanding and experience with testing of EMI/EMC per MIL Standard 461 and 464.
- Experience in rapid development manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated experience working in small engineering teams.
- Current and active DoD Secret clearance.
Original Posting Date:2025-02-06
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:Pay Range $46,800.00 - $84,600.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020.
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