Leidos' Ground Based Radar Digitization (GBRD) program is seeking an experienced
mechanical engineer to lead a team in designing a large radar structure. This is a large, multi-phase radar program with concurrent development, test, production, and sustainment activities.
Leading the design team, you will be responsible for design aspects of a very large transportable, modular structure and antenna array. Design scope includes the support structure, interfaces to the antenna array, packaging of electronics, chiller sizing, cable routing, coolant hose routing, and site layout.
This role requires a seasoned technical contributor proficient in applying technical principles, theories, and concepts in mechanical engineering, structural design, and analysis. You will be responsible for developing solutions to technical problems and issues that may be difficult or unclear while collaborating with other members of the design, structural, and thermal analysis teams.
You will primarily accomplish work through leading your team of design engineers. You will be responsible for meeting product technical requirements within schedule and budget.
This is not your average engineering position. You will work on a team of the most talented engineers in the region who push you to be better every day. This is a fast-paced program with unique technical challenges that will be a rewarding milestone in any engineering career.
If you are up for the challenge of joining this team, then apply today to be considered.
Primary Responsibilities. - Lead a team of 3-5 mechanical engineers in the design, analysis, manufacture, and emplacement of a new digitized radar system
- Support and perform technical trade studies
- Apply sound engineering practices to develop concepts using CAD and mature designs that meet system requirements
- Support technical peer, table-top, and internal/external design reviews
- Create and maintain Technical Data Package (TDP) artifacts, including CAD models, drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and specifications
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with design, analysis, and fabrication teams to resolve mechanical challenges
Basic Qualifications. - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
- BS + 12 years progressive engineering experience, or MS + 10 years.
- Proficient with structural design via CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, or AutoCAD
- Experience with drawing generation in accordance with ASME Y14.100 & Y14.5
- Basic understanding and application of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance stack-up analysis.
- Strong attention-to-detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently and in team environments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Active DoD security clearance (or eligibility to obtain).
Preferred Qualifications.- Solidworks experience preferred
- Windchill experience preferred
- Basic understanding or experience with radars or other advanced sensing technologies.
- Experience with large steel structures including welded structures and bolted assemblies.
- Experience with large, modular structures for repeated setup and teardown.
- Experience with cable routing, electronics packaging, and/or thermal solutions.
- Experience with technical data and documentation release and management in Windchill.
- Experience supporting rapid development, prototyping, or fast-paced engineering programs.
- Knowledge of MIL-STD-31000 Technical Data Package (TDP) development.
- Active DoD security clearance.
Original Posting:July 1, 2026
Pay Range:Pay Range $131,300.00 - $237,350.00
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.
