Leidos

Mechanical Engineer

Leidos  •  $58k - $105k/yr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description

Leidos Dynetics’ Advanced Materials Department is seeking a passionate, detail-oriented problem-solver to serve as a Mechanical Engineer. 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 Advanced Materials Department is a multi-disciplinary team that provides materials engineering expertise for every phase of a program. With backgrounds in materials science, chemistry/chemical engineering, physics, among others, the department has experience in executing a variety of efforts from R&D, to prototype development, to supporting design and build tasks for manufacturing. Beyond subject matter expertise, the department has the analysis equipment, multi-physics modelling capability, and experimental lab space to support activities ranging from proof-of-concept experimentation to manufacturing support.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • As an integral member of the Advanced Materials Department, the successful candidate will balance multiple activities including but not limited to:
  • Computer-Aided Design (CAD) modelling for hypersonic vehicles and manufacturing components
  • Engineering analysis simulations utilizing third-party software to test the mechanical and thermal behavior of components under loading
  • Solving complex engineering challenges with both analytical and experimental approaches.
  • Collaborating with a team, management, and the department to gather requirements, analyze problems, and design solutions for software focused tasks.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Resident of Central Indiana area or willing to relocate to work on-site in Crane, IN.
  • U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
  • Ability to work in both collaborative team environments and independently.
  • Experience with CAD modelling using SolidWorks or CREO Parametric.
  • Experience with analysis/coding software such as MATLAB or Python.
  • Knowledge of basic manufacturing processes to help in the design of components.
  • Ability to draw conclusions on necessary changes from simulation results.
  • Interest & motivation in learning more about ground-breaking hypersonic technologies, including vehicle and Thermal Protection System (TPS) manufacturing.
  • Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA in mechanical engineering, materials science, manufacturing engineering, or a related field from an ABET accredited university.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes such as subtractive/additive manufacturing and casting.
  • Experience with running simulations to analyze mechanical and/or thermal performance of aerospace vehicles.
  • Familiarity with different numerical methods and their best use-cases.

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Original Posting:

June 9, 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.

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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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