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System Architect Mechanical Engineer

Leidos


Job Location:

Huntsville, AL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 131300 - 237350
Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 September 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 andoperatesustainable. 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.

Your greatest work is ahead!

Leidosis seeking anexperiencedSystem Architect MechanicalEngineerto solutiontough engineering problemsacross some of the most challenging programs in our Defense Sector.This isamulti-faceted rolethatwillleverageyour experience indesignproduction integration and testingin myriad ways onmultiple programs.Youwillbe asked to solution tough nebulous problems that spanmultipleengineering disciplines. This role requires a systems-minded leader with the ability todirect technical work based on cost schedulerisk and requirements.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 adynamic rolewith 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.

Leidos Defense SystemsSectorprovides 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 cybersecuritylogistics training and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the worlds toughest security challenges for customers with cant fail missions. To explore and learn more clickhere!

Are you ready to make an impactyour resume with us today!

Primary Responsibilities

  • Lead technical teams to design manufacture and deliver complex defense systems

  • Own the technical baseline across all lifecycle stagesengineering execution system performance and requirements compliance

  • Balance technical solutions against cost and schedule constraints

  • Direct subsystem leads IPT leads and specialty engineers to drive design maturity integration and risk mitigation

  • Identifyand manage program risks and opportunities

  • Communicate technical progress challenges and opportunities to senior leadership and government stakeholders

  • Mentor and develop technical staff fostering innovation rigor and collaboration

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Mechanicalor Aerospace Engineeringfrom an ABET-accredited university.

  • BS 15 years of progressive engineering experience (or MS 13 years)

  • Proven success leading complex multi-disciplinary teams through development integration test and production

  • Strong technical judgment with the ability to communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

  • Hands-on experience with design reviews (PDR/CDR) configuration management and risk management

  • Active DoD security clearance or eligibility to obtain

  • Resident of Huntsville AL or willing torelocateto the Huntsville AL area.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Full-lifecycle experiencedesign manufacture integration test and fieldingon at least one product

  • Ability to quicklyidentify assess and communicate the downstream impacts of technical decisions

  • Experience with launchers canisters and flight vehicles

  • Experience integrating munitions into land- and sea-based launchers

  • Familiarity with the Patriot launcher

  • Familiarity with the Navy Vertical Launch System (VLS)

  • Familiarity with Army offensive and defensive fires

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:
June 26 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 $131300.00 - $237350.00

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:

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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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