Leidos'
Defense Systems, Electrical Systems Department is seeking a talented
Electrical Manufacturing Test Support Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team to support the
Indirect Fires Protection Capability, Increment 2 (IFPC Inc. 2) program in our Huntsville, AL location. The ideal candidate will thrive in a learning environment that encourages leadership and technical growth.
Primary Responsibilities- Serve as the primary technical expert for diagnosing and resolving failures in circuit cards and electronic assemblies during manufacturing acceptance testing.
- Conduct root cause analysis to systematically investigate and determine the root cause of test failures.
- Utilize advanced diagnostic equipment and hands-on techniques to isolate faults and implement corrective actions.
- Work closely with production floor personnel to provide real-time support and training on troubleshooting best practices.
- Examine individual components, solder joints, and circuit paths for defects, damage, or improper assembly.
- Attempt to reproduce failures in a controlled environment to isolate the fault and understand failure modes.
- Record findings, test data, and steps taken during troubleshooting for traceability and future reference.
- Work closely with manufacturing, quality assurance, and design teams to communicate findings and recommend corrective actions.
- Participate in the nonconformance reporting (NCR) process, providing technical input and supporting documentation.
- Suggest improvements to design, manufacturing, or testing processes to prevent similar failures in future production.
- Provide feedback to design engineering on recurring failure modes and recommend design improvements.
Basic Qualifications- Candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Candidate must have 8+ years of experience in electrical system design, test, and manufacturing from architecture through implementation or 4+ years with MS degree.
- Candidate must have 5+ years experience troubleshooting circuit card assemblies in a development and/or manufacturing environment
- Candidate must have experience with technical problem solving and root cause analysis
- Candidate must be capable of performing in a collaborative engineering environment working closely with multi-disciplinary teams.
- Candidate must have demonstrated experience effectively communicating within a team environment
- Candidate must have the ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and system block diagrams.
- Candidate must have experience troubleshooting circuit card assemblies.
- Candidate must have proven understanding of fundamental circuits and circuit components
- Candidate must have hands-on laboratory experience with instrumentation, test equipment, and debug/test methods.
- Candidate must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently
- You must be a U.S. Citizen and be eligible to obtain and maintain a Final Secret Clearance.
- Candidates must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.
Preferred Qualifications- Electrical design for military hardware or aerospace systems.
- Experience supporting electronics manufacturing.
- Experience with product lifecycle management.
- Experience with the NCR disposition process.
- Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems (MES) or ERP systems for tracking nonconformances
Original Posting:May 13, 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.
