Electronic Field Engineer

Leidos Holding$59K — $106K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Electronics Technology, or related field with 4 years of experience, or 4 additional years' experience may offset degree requirement.
  • Active DoD Secret security clearance or ability to obtain.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ programming language.
  • Ability to read and interpret electronic schematics.
  • Hands-on experience with fault isolation, diagnostics, and repair of electronics.
  • Soldering experience.
  • 2+ years of experience in developing and delivering training.

Responsibilities

  • Integrate and test Automated Test Equipment (ATE) in the Huntsville facility.
  • Maintain and support test equipment at customer locations.
  • Install, integrate, and verify equipment deliveries at customer sites.
  • Develop tailored training materials for customers and deliver training sessions.
  • Provide on-site consultations and support as necessary for electronics systems.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and equipment.
  • Supportive team environment fostering collaboration and innovation.
Full Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: This sub family is responsible for providing on-site consultation oversight and integration support of existing hardware, software, network configurations and new system initiatives for all sites within area of responsibility. Advises on technical requirements for products and services, support equipment and electronic equipment installations. Provides guidance for the handling, installation and utilization of various systems and equipment. Duties also may include assisting in development and ensuring adherence to area-wide procedural/policy changes. IMPACT: Works to achieve day-to-day objectives with moderate impact on the area/ project team. Works independently on larger, moderately complex projects/assignments. May assist other technical staff with tasks and assignments. COMPLEXITY: Addresses somewhat complex technical issues/problems using best internal practice and through collaboration with colleagues. Develops solutions to technical problems that require depth of technical knowledge but are typically limited in complexity. COMMUNICATION: Communicates with colleagues across multiple areas (project managers, other technical resources, etc.). Explain technical solutions, practices and procedures to others within the organization. LEADERSHIP & TALENT MANAGEMENT: KNOWLEDGE: Requires working knowledge of and ability to apply standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques of technical domain. TYPICAL EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Typically requires BS degree and 2 – 4 years of prior relevant experience or master’s with less than 2 years of prior relevant experience.

Job Description

Leidos currently has an opening in our Huntsville, Alabama office supporting the Production and System Support Line of Business in the role of Electronics Field Engineer.

Primary Responsibilities

In this position, you will be responsible for integration and testing of Automated Test Equipment (ATE), maintenance of test equipment in our Huntsville facility, and providing maintenance support to test stations fielded at customer locations.  You will install, integrate, and test equipment upon delivery at customer locations, develop training material tailored to individual customers and conduct training at our Huntsville facility and customer locations.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Electronics Technology, or similar and 4 years of experience; 4 additional years’ experience may offset the degree requirement.    
  • Active DoD Secret security clearance or ability to obtain.
  • Experience with C/C++.
  • Ability to read and interpret schematics.
  • Detailed understanding gained through hands-on experience with fault isolation, diagnostics, and repair of electronics.  
  • Soldering experience.
  • 2+ years’ experience developing and delivering training
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with PATRIOT radar / missile systems in a civilian capacity or prior experience as Army Warrant Officer in military occupational specialty (MOS) 948D or 140E, or enlisted MOS 94M, 94S, 94T, 94Z, 14E, or 14T. 

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and 2 – 4 years of prior relevant experience or master’s with less than 2 years of prior relevant experience.
  • ​Experience in lieu of degree



Original Posting:
June 30, 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 $59,150.00 - $106,925.00

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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