Electrical Engineer

Leidos Holding$87K — $157K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution
  • 4 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering, or 2 years with a Master's degree
  • Ability to obtain and maintain public trust eligibility from the FAA
  • US Citizen or Green Card Holder with 3 years US residency
  • Experience in commercial, industrial, or government design engineering

Responsibilities

  • Design and plan electrical systems for FAA buildings
  • Develop, review, and manage project engineering documents
  • Conduct on-site surveys to prepare designs and reports
  • Collaborate with engineering staff to resolve design issues
  • Oversee project management tasks including safety and scheduling
  • Monitor project progress and review risk management documents

Benefits

  • 50% travel requirement for project site visits
  • Location-based position focusing on the eastern US
  • Work on projects for the Federal Aviation Administration
  • Engagement with a range of En Route programs
  • Opportunity to gain experience in federal project specifications and standards
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).

50% travel to conduct on site surveys and reviews.

The projects will range over the eastern part of the US.

Candidate should be located in the eastern part of the US.

This position must provide assistance in Electrical Engineering design, planning, cost estimating, scheduling, engineering, coordination, contracting, installation, inspection, and acceptance of electrical systems/services as part of the Eastern Service Area (ESA) implementation of a wide variety of En Route programs and projects.

Electrical Engineer Primary Responsibilities:
  • Design and plan electrical systems for FAA buildings and structures, including power distribution and backup systems
  • Develop, review, and manage project engineering documents, including AutoCAD drawings, specifications, and cost estimates
  • Conduct on-site surveys and prepare detailed, scale designs and reports
  • Collaborate with engineering staff to resolve design or implementation issues and review contractor submittals
  • Oversee project management tasks, including safety plans, communication, scheduling, and coordination with stakeholders and contractors
  • Monitor and update project progress, review risk management documents, and manage on-site cutovers and testing activities


Electrical Engineer Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from a four-year accredited college or university and four years of relevant experience in commercial, industrial or government facility replacement and modernization design engineering OR two years of relevant experience with a Masters degree. An additional four years of relevant experience can be considered in lei of degree.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain public trust suitability (To be eligible for the FAA Public Trust you must be a US Citizen or a Green Card Holder who has resided in the US for the past 3 years)


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


Original Posting:
August 19, 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 $87,100.00 - $157,450.00

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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