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Hydraulic and Mechanical Lead Engineer

Leidos


Job Location:

Huntsville, AL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 87100 - 157450
Posted: 31 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 28 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact

At Leidos we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers success. We empower our teams contribute to our communities and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers our people and our community. Our Mission Vision and Values guide the way we do business.

Are you ready for your next career challenge

Leidos Defense 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 worlds toughest security challenges for customers with cant fail missions.

Leidos Low Band System (LBS) program is seeking a talented Hydraulic and Mechanical Lead Engineer to lead the design development integration and test of hydraulic components and systems. LBS is a large multi-phase radar program with concurrent development test production and sustainment activities.

As a member of the design team you will be responsible for supporting and leading design integration and testing of components (hydraulic power units cylinders manifolds piping hoses and controls) and hydraulic systems on both the transportable single panel demonstrator and a large stationary antenna array. This person will be responsible for hydraulic system architecture component and system trades bill of material development specifications 3D CAD modeling of hydraulic components and supporting structure fabrication and integration drawings hydraulic test planning and procedures and hands-on integration and test support. Additionally the hydraulic subsystem lead engineer may support mechanical and thermal system tasks as needed.

This role requires a seasoned technical contributor and leader proficient in applying technical principles theories and concepts in hydraulics engineering thermal management structural design and technical leadership. You will be responsible for developing and proving out solutions to technical problems and issues that may be difficult or unclear while collaborating with other members of the design hydraulic structural and thermal analysis teams. This person must take ownership of the hydraulic system including meeting technical requirements adhering to aggressive schedules and supporting project cost objectives.

This is not your average engineering position. You will work on a team of the most talented engineers in the region who push you to be better every day. This is a fast-paced program with unique technical challenges that will be a rewarding milestone in any engineering career.

If you are up for the challenge of joining this team then apply today to be considered!

Primary Responsibilities

  • Lead hydraulic engineering tasks including the design analysis manufacture integration and test of hydraulic components and subsystems

  • Support and perform technical trade studies develop hydraulic system architecture

  • Apply sound engineering practices to develop concepts using CAD and mature designs that meet system requirements

  • Support technical peer table-top and internal/external design reviews

  • Create and maintain Technical Data Package (TDP) artifacts including CAD models drawings bills of materials (BOMs) specifications test procedures and reports

  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with design analysis fabrication test and program management teams to resolve challenges and complete tasks on schedule

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an ABET-accredited university

  • BS 4 years progressive hydraulics engineering experience or MS 2 years

  • Proficient with either Solidworks or Creo

  • Experience with drawing generation in accordance with ASME Y14.100 & Y14.5

  • Basic understanding and application of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance stack-up analysis

  • Strong attention-to-detail analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

  • Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently and in team environments

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word Excel PowerPoint)

  • US Citizenship required

  • Active DoD security clearance or eligibility to obtain and maintain

Preferred Qualifications

  • In addition to hydraulic design experience in either structural design or structural analysis

  • Experience with weapon systems military hardware erector systems and/or industrial/construction/mining/agriculture equipment

  • Basic understanding or experience with radars or other advanced sensing technologies

  • Technical team leadership

  • Experience with large steel structures including welded structures and bolted assemblies

  • Experience with fluid flow systems and/or thermal systems

  • Experience with technical data and documentation release and management in Windchill

  • Experience supporting rapid development prototyping or fast-paced engineering programs

  • Knowledge of MIL-STD-31000 Technical Data Package (TDP) development

  • Active DoD security clearance

If youre looking for comfort keep scrolling. At Leidos we outthink outbuild and outpace the status quo because the mission demands it. Were not hiring followers. Were recruiting the ones who disrupt provoke and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. Were already at step 30 and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:
July 29 2026

For 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 $87100.00 - $157450.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.


Required Experience:

Senior IC


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Leidos is an innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. Our 47,000 employees collaborate to create smarter technology solutions for customers in these critical markets.

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