System Architect Mechanical Engineer
$131,300–$237,350 year
On-siteHuntsville, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
System Architect Mechanical Engineer at Leidos Defense Systems: lead technical teams to design, manufacture, and deliver complex defense systems; own the technical baseline across all lifecycle stages—engineering execution, system performance, and requirements compliance; balance technical solutions against cost and schedule constraints; direct subsystem leads, IPT leads, and specialty engineers to drive design maturity, integration, and risk mitigation; identify and manage program risks and opportunities; communicate technical progress and challenges to senior leadership and government stakeholders; mentor and develop technical staff to foster innovation and collaboration.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
- BS + 15 years of progressive engineering experience (or MS + 13 years)
- Proven success leading complex, multi-disciplinary teams through development, integration, test, and production
- Strong technical judgment, with the ability to communicate clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Hands-on experience with design reviews (PDR/CDR), configuration management, and risk management
- Active DoD security clearance, or eligibility to obtain
- Resident of Huntsville, AL or willing to relocate to the Huntsville, AL area
Desired Qualifications
- Experience leading complex defense systems engineering programs
- Strong leadership and people-management skills
- Familiarity with launchers, canisters, and flight vehicles (preferred)
- Security clearance or eligibility to obtain DoD clearance
- Willingness to relocate to Huntsville, AL or reside nearby
- ABET-accredited Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering degree
- Proven experience with design reviews (PDR/CDR), configuration management, and risk management
- Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Experience in lifecycle engineering from design to production
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