​​System Architect Mechanical Engineer​

About the role

Leidos is seeking an experienced System Architect Mechanical Engineer to solve complex engineering problems across challenging programs in the Defense Sector. This role involves leading technical teams, managing projects from design to production, and balancing technical solutions against cost and schedule constraints.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical teams to design, manufacture, and deliver complex defense systems
• Own the technical baseline across all lifecycle stages—engineering execution, system performance, and requirements compliance
• Balance technical solutions against cost and schedule constraints
• Direct subsystem leads, IPT leads, and specialty engineers to drive design maturity, integration, and risk mitigation
• Identify and manage program risks and opportunities
• Communicate technical progress, challenges, and opportunities to senior leadership and government stakeholders
• Mentor and develop technical staff, fostering innovation, rigor, and collaboration

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
• BS + 15 years of progressive engineering experience (or MS + 13 years)
• Proven success leading complex, multi-disciplinary teams through development, integration, test, and production
• Strong technical judgment, with the ability to communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Hands-on experience with design reviews (PDR/CDR), configuration management, and risk management
• Active DoD security clearance, or eligibility to obtain
• Resident of Huntsville, AL or willing to relocate to the Huntsville, AL area

Qualifications

• Full-lifecycle experience—design, manufacture, integration, test, and fielding—on at least one product
• Ability to quickly identify, assess, and communicate the downstream impacts of technical decisions
• Experience with launchers, canisters, and flight vehicles
• Familiarity with the Patriot launcher
• Familiarity with the Navy Vertical Launch System (VLS)
• Familiarity with Army offensive and defensive fires

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

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Pay

$131,300.00 - $237,350.00

Schedule

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