Are you ready to shape the future of naval communications? Leidos is seeking a visionary Naval Communications Engineer to revolutionize our communications architecture and elevate our weapon systems to new heights. This isn’t just another role—this is a chance to be at the forefront of cutting-edge defense technology, working on platforms that power critical U.S. and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) partnerships.
General Program Overview
In this dynamic position, you’ll play a vital role in designing and refining communication architectures that meet the rigorous demands of naval defense. Leidos is looking for someone with solid experience in naval communications architecture, who is well-versed in weapon system communication architecture and requirements. Experience with Foreign Military communication systems is a definite plus, setting you up to address the complex needs of a diverse global network.
Primary Responsibilities
- Collaborative Innovation: Work shoulder to shoulder with our team of seasoned Systems Engineers. Your input will define system requirements and guide essential enhancements for communication architectures that empower both U.S. and FMS partners.
- Strategic Analysis & Design: Delve into comprehensive system architecture evaluations—define requirements, pinpoint potential risks, and craft robust mitigation strategies that ensure seamless operation under any conditions.
- Technical Leadership: Drive the entire technical planning cycle, from hardware-software-network design through development, integration, verification, validation, and eventual fielding. Your expertise will be the cornerstone of our integrated defense systems.
- Holistic System Evaluation: Perform granular analysis: conduct systems requirements assessments, functional and timeline analyses, trade studies, and interface definitions, ensuring every solution is optimized for performance, cost, and risk management.
Basic Qualifications
- BS degree with 4–8 years of relevant experience OR a Master’s degree with 2–6 years of prior relevant experience
- Proven Technical Prowess: You should be comfortable with technical planning and the end-to-end design, development, and integration of system components. This includes a deep understanding of verification, validation, and fielding processes.
- Analytical Expertise: You have the ability to evaluate various alternatives—balancing cost, risk, and supportability—while performing systems requirements analysis, functional studies, timeline assessments, and trade studies.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Naval Communications Architecture for the Tomahawk Weapon System is highly desirable and will set you apart as a leader in this field.
- Must have a current Secret security clearance and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
At Leidos, you won’t just be filling a position—you’ll be shaping the evolution of naval communications. If you’re driven by the thrill of technical challenges and the opportunity to work on projects that have a real-world impact, this is your arena. Join us, and let’s innovate together to redefine what’s possible in naval defense technology.
What aspects of advanced communication systems captivate your imagination? Let’s explore how you can lead this transformative journey with us.
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Original Posting:April 15, 2025For U.S. Positions: 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 $85,150.00 - $153,925.00The 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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