Leidos · 8 hours ago
Principal Solution Architect, National Solutions Growth
Gaithersburg, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$154K/yr - $278K/yr
15+ years expLeidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. They are seeking a Principal Solution Architect & Innovation Lead to shape the future of space and geospatial intelligence systems by leading technical strategy, business development, and program execution. This role involves engaging with senior government customers, mentoring teams, and designing innovative solutions that integrate emerging technologies.
ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Champion and architect innovative, next-generation system solutions
Lead technical planning and Analysis of Alternatives for high-consequence acquisition decisions, evaluating alternatives based on cost, risk, and supportability for the total system life cycle
Serve as the technical visionary and lead for high-priority proposal efforts, including RFPs and RFIs
Shape winning strategies and solutions that align with customer needs and differentiate Leidos in the marketplace
Act as a technical "first responder" to diagnose and resolve complex issues on challenged programs
Provide expert-level diagnostics, recovery planning, and hands-on leadership to guide teams back to success
Design end-to-end solutions that integrate emerging technologies (Generative AI, Computer Vision, Edge Compute) into mission-critical workflows, spanning from sensor collection to final exploitation
Engage directly with senior government customers, program managers, and stakeholders to understand their challenges, build trust, and inspire confidence
Translate their mission needs into actionable technical requirements and roadmaps
Lead and mentor dynamic, multi-disciplinary teams, often in transient settings
Foster a culture of innovation, ownership, and technical excellence, coaching other technical staff to elevate their performance
Qualification
Required
Modern Technical Fluency: While you have extensive tenure, your recent experience (last 5+ years) must demonstrate hands-on leadership in modern architectures: + Cloud Native: Architecting solutions on AWS/Azure (Serverless, Containers/Kubernetes, Microservices) + Data & AI: Experience integrating Data Fabrics, AI/ML pipelines, or automated processing of overhead sensor data
Capture & Proposal Experience: Demonstrated track record of leading technical responses for federal acquisitions. You must be able to deconstruct an RFP L&M (Section L and M) and architect a compliant, winning technical solution
Large Development Program Experience: Proven leadership experience in technical planning, system design, and full life cycle systems engineering (requirements analysis, functional analysis, integration, verification, and validation)
Education & Tenure: BS in Computer Science or related field with 15+ years of relevant experience (MS with 13+ years, or PhD with 10+ years)
Clearance: Must possess an active TS/SCI security clearance and have ability to obtain a polygraph-level clearance
Preferred
Complex Solution Landscapes: Demonstrated experience resolving highly complex, multi-dimensional problems that require consideration of variables impacting multiple aspects of a program
GovCon & Domain Expertise: Deep, proven understanding of the Intelligence Community (IC) landscape, specifically space-based architectures, ground processing, GEOINT, and TCPED missions. You must understand the constraints and requirements of classified environments
Excellent Writing and Communication Skills: Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with a proven ability to engage and influence senior executive leadership and customers
Mission Domain Experience: Direct, hands-on experience supporting satellite ground systems, mission management, or geospatial intelligence programs
Large Program Solutioning: Demonstrated success leading the solutioning of capture and proposal efforts for major government contracts
Modern Engineering Skills: Experience with modern engineering methodologies such as Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Agile, and DevSecOps
Deep Technical Skills: Familiarity with key technology areas such as cloud architectures (AWS, Azure), Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML), data analytics, and cybersecurity
Strong Software Development / R&D Experience: Hands-on experience developing innovative solutions in a modern language (e.g. Java, C++), preferably in both program and R&D settings
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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