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Leidos · 11 hours ago

Senior Integration & Avionics Engineer

Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$87K/yr - $157K/yr

4+ years exp

Leidos is a technology leader delivering innovative solutions for defense systems. They are seeking a Senior Integration & Avionics Engineer to support maintenance, integration, inspection, and troubleshooting activities for small airborne missiles and UAS. The role involves hands-on work across avionics, integration, and mission support in a prototype environment.

ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and integrate new solutions as part of multi-disciplinary prototype design team

Integrate avionics, sensors, or control systems into UAS platforms; perform installation, wiring, mounting, alignment, configuration, documentation, and functional checks

Perform inspections, servicing, maintenance, and calibration of avionics/instrument systems (navigation, communications, flight-control electronics, sensors, data links, power systems, etc.)

Troubleshoot and diagnose discrepancies, faults, and system anomalies using technical manuals, schematics, and test equipment

Perform system and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) maintenance, operation, setup, teardown, and inspection, ensuring safe and reliable launch capabilities

Conduct post-integration testing, system-level functional checks, and flight-line acceptance checks to validate system performance and airworthiness

Transition prototypes to production environments and support post fielding sustainment, technical support, and training

Maintain detailed maintenance, inspection, and repair records, track anomalies and repair history

Assist in or lead on-the-job training (OJT) for junior engineers, technicians or end-user personnel

Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, technical orders, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and record-keeping standards

Support mission readiness by responding to unscheduled maintenance or troubleshooting events, including field support or deployment travel if needed

Qualification

Avionics integrationUAS experienceTroubleshooting skillsElectrical engineeringElectronic test equipmentTechnical documentationTeam collaborationEffective communicationProblem-solvingMentoring

Required

High school diploma or GED and 8 years of experience; Associate's degree and 6 years, or Bachelor's degree and 4 years of related experience. Higher degree in electrical engineering, avionics, aerospace technology, electronics, or related field preferred

Relevant experience in avionics/instrumentation maintenance, repair, and integration; ideally on uncrewed or crewed aircraft (e.g. 5+ years Group2/3 UAS experience or small missile systems)

Demonstrated integration experience and proficiency with avionics/instrument systems: installation, troubleshooting, repair, calibration, documentation, and testing

Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, technical manuals, and installation drawings

Experience with UAS or missile launcher systems, including maintenance, operation, assembly, or troubleshooting

Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, electronic test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc.), and diagnostic instrumentation

Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or as part of a team

Must currently have a DOD Secret Clearance

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Willingness to travel and/or deploy as required for field support

Flexibility to work irregular schedules if mission or flight operations demand

Preferred

Prior design, integration, and maintenance experience on uncrewed aircraft systems (Group 2/3) or small missile systems

Familiarity with datalink, sensor, navigation, or autopilot systems typical of UAS and airborne effector platforms, including ArduPilot and PX4

Electronic, avionics or instrument system certifications or equivalent (e.g., FAA A&P with avionics endorsement, manufacturer-specific avionics certification, or relevant training)

Experience creating preliminary design schematics using Mechanical and Electrical CAD programs (Solidworks, Altium, Visio, DrawIO, etc.)

Experience mentoring and training junior engineers, technicians, end-users