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Mechanical Cable Designer

Leidos


Job Location:

Huntsville, AL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 69550 - 125725
Posted: 29 August 2026 (11 days ago)
Application Deadline: 26 November 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 sustainable. 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 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 worlds toughest security challenges for customers with cant fail missions.

Leidos Defense is seeking a Mechanical Cable Designer to help create the critical nervous system that connects the advanced hardware we develop to protect America and its allies.

Primary Responsibilities

From launchers and missiles to radars and satellites you will design the electrical power and signal cables along with the hardware that connects routes and secures them. Using 2D and 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software and the Leidos Enterprise Product Life Management (ELPM) Windchill system youll bring these essential components to life. A working knowledge of government and industry-standard connectors and cable parts is key and while youll work independently on daily tasks youll have the guidance and support of senior designers to help you succeed.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with 2 years of relevant experience or Associates degree with 4 years of relevant experience or 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.

  • Proficient in CAD software and able to learn new tools and techniques.

  • Familiar with government and industry standards.

  • Ability to work onsite at a Leidos facility and independently with limited supervision.

  • Basic understanding of cable design needs routing considerations and mechanical design principles.

  • Flexible and capable of switching between tasks and toolsets.

  • Candidates must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama AL area.

  • US Citizenship is required.

  • Position requires eligibility to obtain and maintain secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3D modeling experience with SolidWorks and Creo.

  • 2D drawing experience using SolidWorks Creo AutoCAD and Visio.

  • 3D routing experience in SolidWorks and Creo.

  • Experience with Windchill PLM.

  • Background in cable design and/or mechanical design.

  • Knowledge of ASME Y14.100 and Y14.5 standards.

  • Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620D and the National Electric Code.

  • Experience creating technical data packages to MIL-STD-31000 requirements.

  • Ability to read and interpret cable wiring diagrams.

  • Hands-on experience in mechanical and/or cable assembly.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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:
August 25 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 $69550.00 - $125725.00

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.


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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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