Leidos

Electrical Engineer

Leidos  •  $108k - $195k/yr  •  United States (Remote)  •  5 days ago
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Job Description

Leidos is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC) program to provide support to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) performing design engineering and project management for critical power distribution systems used in air traffic control facilities.

This position is fully remote.

Based in the eastern part of the US with 25%-50% travel.

Must be located in the eastern part of the US.

Electrical Engineer primary responsibilities:

  • Lead the planning and design of electrical infrastructure projects, including generators, UPS systems, critical power distribution, bypass switchgear, underground distribution, and grounding/lightning protection systems.
  • Perform site surveys, load studies, and engineering analyses to develop detailed reports, designs, and recommendations.
  • Use engineering software such as SKM and AutoCAD to support system analysis, design development, and documentation.
  • Prepare construction drawings, specifications, cost estimates, phasing plans, and review contractor design/construction submittals.
  • Manage project coordination activities including safety, risk, environmental planning, stakeholder communication, and routine status reporting.

Electrical Engineer Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering degree from an ABET accredited college
  • Eight or more years of relevant experience in critical power systems design including uninterruptible power systems, backup engine generators (to 300KW) and associated switchgear (or a Masters degree and 6 or more years of relevant experience)
  • Current and relevant knowledge of electric codes to perform load calculations, wire sizing and layout, arc flash calculations, breaker coordination and equipment sizing and selection
  • Proficiency using SKM for electrical design and analysis and AutoCAD to create and edit engineering drawings

Electrical Engineer Preferred Qualifications:

  • Registered Professional Engineer in good standing in the United States
  • Prior FAA experience

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Original Posting:

May 21, 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 $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

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.

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About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 48,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023.

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.

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Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Year Founded
1969
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