Systems Engineering Integration and Test Lead

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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.

The Defense Systems Sector is seeking a talented Systems Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT) Lead to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex problems. The SEIT Lead will work in a matrixed organization at Leidos, supporting the IFPC Inc 2 program on a team consisting of Systems, Integration, Test and Specialty engineers. A candidate with experience in all aspects of systems engineering, integration, and test on large defense system programs is required for success in this role. The SEIT lead will work with other engineering program leaders, program management and the SEIT team to ensure on budget and on time delivery of systems to the customer. The ideal candidate will possess proven strong technical, organizational, planning, financial, mentorship and customer relationship skills.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university with 12 years of relevant experience. Or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university with 10 years of relevant experience.
• Professional experience in system engineering, integration and testing of large defense systems both in SME and leadership roles.
• Demonstrated ability to perform in fast paced collaborative engineering environment working closely with engineering, program and customer leadership.
• Demonstrated resourcefulness by using problem solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the system development and integration lifecycle, including requirements derivation, decomposition, and verification.
• Proven experience leading and mentoring multidisciplinary engineering teams through the I&T process.
• Ability to act as the primary liaison for SEIT between the internal engineering teams, program management, and government customers.
• Experience in managing program cost, schedule, and technical performance, including familiarity with Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
• Skill in performing risk assessments, conducting trade studies, and developing mitigation strategies.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to clearly articulate complex technical information to diverse audiences, including senior leadership and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and drive collaboration within cross-functional teams, such as with software development, hardware design, and manufacturing.
• A meticulous and organized approach to planning, testing, and documentation.
• Eagerness to mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers.
• Resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.
• Possess a secret clearance.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• Demonstrated experience effectively communicating mission, purpose, goals, deadlines, and budget to a large team of SEIT professionals.
• Demonstrated experience effectively managing and organizing the work of a large team of SEIT professionals to ensure on time program delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain a resilient, high performing organization.
• Deep understanding of the DoD acquisition processes and methods.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex hardware/software issues and lead root cause analysis.
  
  

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Original Posting:

September 15, 2025

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 $126,100.00 - $227,950.00

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.