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The Maritime Systems Division (MSD) of Leidos is currently seeking a qualified, energetic, and resourceful individual to fill the position of Marine Electrical Technician. Leidos MSD develops and deploys advanced technology solutions that address existing and emerging maritime missions of national importance for a broad range of customers across the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, other governmental agencies, and commercial clients.
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This role involves the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and testing of electrical systems aboard specialized marine platforms. This role will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to mission-critical engineering projects serving both defense and commercial maritime initiatives.
What’s in it for you?
This position requires travel and coordination with engineering activities at Leidos and other government facilities. Travel may include multiple locations across the United States and possibly the United Kingdom. Initial focus will be supporting various US Navy programs such as the Ghost Fleet in San Diego and Port Hueneme, CA.
THE CHALLENGE (primary responsibilities)
- Install and maintain marine electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, controls, and communication networks
- Diagnose faults and repair electrical equipment such as motors, generators, switchboards, and instrumentation panels
- Perform electrical testing and calibration in compliance with maritime standards
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical specifications
- Assist with the integration of instrumentation and control systems into marine platforms
- Document work performed and maintain accurate maintenance logs
- Comply with relevant safety regulations, codes, and company standards
WHAT SETS YOU APART (basic qualifications)
- High school diploma or equivalent and 2 – 4 years of prior relevant experience in marine electrical systems, preferably in shipboard or offshore environments
- Familiarity with military standards, maritime regulatory codes, and environmental requirements
- Experience with diagnostic tools, electrical test equipment, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and within a team in a dynamic marine environment
- U.S. Citizenship (due to federal contract requirements)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
- Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time, including work aboard vessels as required
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in Instrumentation Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline
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June 4, 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 $48,100.00 - $86,950.00
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 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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