Systems Engineer (SE-2)

Leidos

$87K — $157K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance required
  • Doctoral degree with no experience or Master's with 3 years relevant experience
  • Bachelor's with 5 years relevant experience or Associate's with 7 years
  • High School diploma/GED plus 9 years of relevant experience is acceptable if experience is closely related
  • Understanding of cybersecurity concepts and architectures is advantageous

Responsibilities

  • Provide architecture and systems integration support for JCMA activities
  • Integrate RF communication systems to monitor COMSEC vulnerabilities
  • Collaborate with mission operators and developers for innovative problem-solving
  • Perform systems engineering tasks focused on technical problem-solving
  • Assist with installation and management of RF equipment and data center requirements
  • Support data path engineering efforts
  • Identify products and technologies for design and operational enhancements

Benefits

  • Four or more weeks of Paid Time Off
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Discounted Stock Purchase Plans
  • Education and Training Support
  • Parental Paid Leave
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

Our LOE program provides our customer's Operations organization with the best possible solutions for their mission needs. We achieve this through rapid prototyping, new development, and advanced technology research. From leading-edge visualizations to analytic development, we're always pushing the boundaries to find new and better data sources and tradecraft to answer intelligence questions. With a focus on collaboration and a fast-paced environment, our prototype development program is the ideal place to grow your skills and make a real impact. Click here to learn more about how this program "Delivers Mission Success!"

The Leidos Intelligence Group is looking for a systems engineer to join our team in San Antonio, Texas. As part of this highly visible and fast-paced prime contract, you'll enjoy a competitive benefits package including four or more weeks of Paid Time Off, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and more! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to take your career to the next level. Apply today and join one of the most dynamic teams in the industry.

Job Responsibilities/Qualifications:
  • Provide hands-on Architecture, Systems Integration and systems administration in support of JCMA activities.
  • Integrate RF communication systems to enable the monitoring for COMSEC vulnerabilities.
  • Work closely with mission operators and developers to provide innovative solutions to difficult problems.
  • Perform a variety of systems engineering tasks centered on technical problem solving, requirements specification, process development, risk analysis, and solutions design to advance cybersecurity mission success.
  • Assist with the installation of RF equipment, servers, and networking equipment to include managing data center requirements
  • Support data path engineering efforts.
  • Identify new and existing products, technologies, and/or architectures to solve design, development, and operational problems.
  • Some travel within the United States will be required to support equipment delivery and installation requirements.


Security Clearance Requirement:
  • Candidates must possess an active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role.


What Sets You Apart:
  • A Doctoral degree and no experience,
  • a master's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or
  • a bachelor's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, or
  • an associate's degree plus 7 years of relevant experience, or
  • a High School diploma/GED plus 9 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position.


You Might Also Have:
  • Cybersecurity
  • Experience with Jira and Confluence
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Experience with corporate data flows


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Original Posting:
April 15, 2026

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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