Step into a role where your technical expertise directly strengthens U.S. Air Force operations across the Indo‑Pacific. As a Systems Engineer supporting Headquarters Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) A2 Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Directorate, you’ll be embedded within the Pacific Enterprise Support Center (PA ESC), serving as a trusted expert in sustaining, integrating, and advancing PACAF’s ISR capabilities. Based at Joint Base Pearl Harbor–Hickam in Hawai‘i, you’ll operate at the heart of a globally connected mission—supporting intelligence units from Alaska to Guam, Japan, and South Korea through both on‑site and remote engagements. This is an opportunity to shape the systems that enable real‑time awareness, decision advantage, and operational success across the Pacific theater.
What You’ll DoDesign and enhance C4I system capabilities to meet evolving operational demands
Develop integration roadmaps and implementation plans aligned with mission priorities
Assess and optimize COTS/GOTS technologies for performance, resilience, and security
Deliver full‑spectrum technical support, including installation, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Strengthen system reliability through proactive administration, monitoring, and repair
Lead modernization and upgrade efforts across C4I architectures in accordance with government directives
Track milestones and communicate progress to leadership and mission partners
Basic QualificationsActive TS/SCI clearance
IAT Level III certification (CASP+ preferred; Security+ accepted)
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related field
Equivalent technical experience or additional technical certifications may substitute for degree
8+ years of experience in C4I systems engineering and support
Expert knowledge of Windows, Linux, UNIX, networking protocols, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks
Familiarity with ISR platforms such as GALE and GCCS
Demonstrated experience with Air Force intelligence systems, multi‑level security, and information warfare concepts
Required Certifications(Must hold at least one or equivalent level related certification)
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Expert (MCASE)
AWS Certified Solutions Architect (ACSA)
VMware Certified Professional 6 (Data Center, Cloud, or Mobility tracks)
Preferred QualificationsDABAOPP1
Original Posting:August 17, 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 $107,900.00 - $195,050.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.
