Leidos · 12 hours ago
Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Solutions Engineer
McLean, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$73K/yr - $133K/yr
7+ years expLeidos is a nationally recognized leader in advancing transportation safety, operations, and innovation. The ITS Solutions Engineer will lead projects focused on connected and automated vehicle technologies and advanced traffic management, ensuring compliance with standards and managing complex stakeholder engagements.
ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead ITS and CAV projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget compliance
Oversee deployment and integration of V2X, traffic management, and automation technologies
Execute innovative solutions involving the integration of ITS, CDA, C-V2X, and CAV applications to improve the transportation of people and goods through the implementation of cutting-edge algorithms as well as simulation approaches
Serve as primary liaison with clients, partners, and stakeholders (DOTs, FHWA, MPOs, industry)
Develop and execute strategies for communications, outreach, and technology transfer
Ensure compliance with ITS standards (NTCIP, SAE J2735, IEEE 1609) and cybersecurity best practices
Prepare and deliver technical reports, presentations, and documentation for diverse audiences
Support business development, including proposal writing and client engagement. Lead or contribute to communities of practice and working groups to advance adoption of new technologies
Identify risks, propose mitigations, and ensure quality assurance across deliverables
Lead engagement with public-sector, private-sector, and research stakeholders, including FHWA, State and local DOTs, MPOs, OEMs, system integrators, and standards bodies
Translate stakeholder needs into actionable technical and programmatic requirements, balancing research objectives with deployment realities
Serve as a trusted technical interlocutor between researchers, deployers, and policy stakeholders, ensuring alignment and credibility
Lead and support technology transfer strategies that bridge research outputs with real-world deployment and operational use
Qualification
Required
Candidates MUST be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship AND be currently located in the United States for the current three consecutive years and be eligible for a Public Trust Clearance
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, Transportation, or related field
7+ years of experience in ITS, transportation technology, or related field, including 3+ years in project management or technical leadership
Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder transportation technology projects
Experience with State and local DOTs, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and/or USDOT ITS Joint Program Office
Strong understanding of ITS architectures, CAV/V2X systems, and emerging mobility solutions
Proven experience in business development, including identifying new market opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and driving portfolio/revenue growth
Experience with technology transfer, including training, outreach, and adoption strategies
Familiarity with systems engineering principles and solutions architecture
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
Proficiency with project management tools (e.g. Jira) and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall)
Ability to work independently in a remote environment and travel up to 25%
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance (which includes three years of immediate residency in the US)
All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
Preferred
Master's degree or PhD. in a relevant engineering field
PMP, PE, or equivalent professional certification
Experience with CAV R&D, V2X communications, and deployment of large-scale ITS infrastructure
Familiarity with cloud-based data architectures, edge computing, and AI/ML applications in transportation
Experience with cybersecurity principles applied to transportation systems
Established relationships with public agencies and industry stakeholders
Demonstrated success in technology transfer and commercialization of transportation innovations
Benefits
Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement
Company
Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
Theodore Tanner
Chief Technology Officer
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