Electrical Engineer

Leidos

$107K — $195K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited college
  • 8+ years of experience in critical power systems design, or 6+ years with a Master's degree
  • Knowledge of electric codes for load calculations and equipment sizing
  • Proficiency using SKM for electrical design and AutoCAD for engineering drawings

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning and design of electrical infrastructure projects
  • Conduct site surveys, load studies, and develop engineering analyses
  • Utilize engineering software to support design and documentation processes
  • Prepare detailed construction drawings and specifications
  • Manage project coordination activities focusing on safety and stakeholder communication

Benefits

  • Fully remote position offering flexibility
  • Travel requirements of 25%-50% based in the eastern US
  • Opportunity to work on critical projects for the FAA
  • Potential for professional development in a key role within aviation infrastructure
Full 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


Original Posting:
May 21, 2026


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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