Entry Level Avionics Engineer - Hypersonics

Leidos

Posted 26 days ago

Full Time

Huntsville, Alabama

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The engineer will conduct non-conformance investigations on avionics components and support the hardware life cycle from manufacturing to post-delivery. They will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions and ensure adherence to technical requirements.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 0+ years of relevant experience. You possess strong communication skills and familiarity with reading engineering drawings and schematics. You are eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced team environment, supporting cutting-edge defense projects.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Electrical Engineering

Avionics

Hypersonics

Digital electronics

Analog electronics

Power electronics

Actuators

Instrumentation

Sensors

Embedded computers

Digital communications networks

Troubleshooting

Root cause corrective action

Requirement decomposition

Engineering drawings

Electrical schematics

Cable diagrams

Wiring diagrams

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Signal generators

National Instruments Software

MIL-STD-810

ASME

IEEE

Job Description

The Leidos Defense Electrical Systems Department is seeking talented Entry-Level Avionics Engineers for its Hypersonics line of business. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions. The selected candidate will support the Common Hypersonic Glide Body program (CHGB). The CHGB is the Army’s #1 priority for strategic weapons capability for long-range precision fires and will counter and gain a lead on our adversaries' technological advances in this field, come join us in this exciting, cutting-edge field.

The selected candidate will be expected to execute in a fast-paced, small team environment through phases of the hardware life cycle from manufacturing, qualification testing, and post-delivery support. With a product focus, the individual is also expected to actively partner with other engineers, project managers, technicians, and customers to develop solutions that adhere to a diverse set of requirements. The ideal candidate will thrive in a learning environment that encourages leadership and technical growth.


If you are up for the challenge of joining this team, then apply today to be considered.


Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here!


Primary Responsibilities.

  • Conduct non-conformances investigations of advanced digital and analog avionics electronics components including power electronics, actuators, instrumentation, sensors, embedded computers, and digital communications networks.
  • Use electrical drawings to troubleshoot test equipment and unit under test
  • Work through root cause corrective action
  • Assist in requirement decomposition
  • Prepare drawings and documentation for manufacturing purposes

Basic Qualifications.

  • BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution and 0+ years of relevant experience
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to engage with external stakeholders
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Familiarity with reading engineering drawings, electrical schematics, cable/wiring diagrams, and the corresponding work instructions to produce complex assemblies and provide valuable feedback to program leadership
  • Familiarity with requirement decomposition
  • Provide rapid integration and troubleshooting support for system-level integration
  • Organizational skills to document designs, assist with Technical Data Packages (TDP) and support production and test of the avionics
     

Preferred Qualifications.

  • MS in Electrical Engineering and 0+ years of relevant experience
  • Knowledge of manufacturing and production of avionics components
  • Knowledge of electronics integration, test, and troubleshooting
  • Must have hands-on laboratory experience with instrumentation, test equipment, and test methods including the use of oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, etc.
  • Knowledge of test development to support troubleshooting hardware failures
  • Knowledge of circuit design – analog, digital, power
  • Knowledge of National Instruments Software
  • Experience in a MIL-STD-810 Test Environment
  • Knowledge of ASME and IEEE standards
  • Experience supporting DoD programs related to missile systems, reentry vehicles, or hypersonic technologies
  • Prior work in assembly, integration, or testing of missile systems.
  • Experience supporting rapid development, prototyping, or fast-paced engineering programs.

Security Requirements:

  • Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance or meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

October 8, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $57,850.00 - $104,575.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government & commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead, visit careers.leidos.com for our latest opportunities.
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