Leidos · 6 hours ago
Chief Scientist
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$154K/yr - $278K/yr
13+ years expLeidos is a company that delivers innovative solutions through the efforts of its diverse and talented people. They are seeking a Chief Scientist to lead the advancement of next generation sensing technologies for multiple DoD customers, focusing on research, technology maturation, and innovation strategies.
ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Define and lead the Division’s long-term technology roadmap, ensuring alignment with mission needs and future warfighter requirements
Drive innovation in advanced sensing technologies, including radar, EO/IR, RF, and multi-spectral systems, to expand system capability and performance
Partner with program Chief Engineers and Principal Investigators to evaluate technology readiness, integration pathways, and timing for introducing new capabilities into production systems
Oversee internal and external R&D activities, including advanced prototypes, modeling, simulation, and proof-of-concept demonstrations
Collaborate with research labs, academia, and industry partners to identify and leverage emerging technologies relevant to program goals
Lead technical assessments, trade studies, and performance analyses supporting next-generation system designs
Provide technical leadership in key areas such as signal processing, sensor fusion, AI/ML-enabled detection and tracking, and system-level performance modeling
Mentor technical staff, fostering a culture of scientific curiosity, technical excellence, and cross-disciplinary collaboration
Communicate complex technical concepts and technology strategies to senior leadership, program management, and government stakeholders
Architect proposal solutions and work closely with proposal teams to ensure the proposed effort will meet the customer’s request for cost, schedule, and technical requirements
Qualification
Required
M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline plus 15-20 years of experience in applied research or advanced development of sensing, radar, or ISR systems
OR Doctorate in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline plus 13-16 years of experience in applied research or advanced development of sensing, radar, or ISR systems
Proven track record in leading technology maturation from concept through demonstration and transition to production
Deep understanding of electromagnetic sensing principles, signal processing, and system performance modeling
Demonstrated experience developing and executing R&D strategies aligned to DoD priorities or mission objectives
Ability to bridge the gap between research and production — effectively communicating with both scientific and engineering communities
Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills across multi-functional teams
Must possess and be able to maintain an active Top Secret clearance
Candidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville – North Alabama, AL, area
Preferred
Experience integrating AI/ML, cognitive sensing, or adaptive processing techniques into radar or EO/IR architectures
Background in multi-sensor fusion, electronic warfare resilience, and advanced waveform development
Familiarity with digital engineering and model-based systems approaches for technology insertion
Experience leading IRAD/CRAD portfolios or serving as principal investigator on advanced research programs
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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