Software Engineer – Environmental Test Lab

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Leidos’ Defense Systems / Manufacturing is seeking a talented and qualified Entry-Level Electrical Engineer to join our Defense team in Huntsville, AL supporting the Common Hypersonic Glide Body (CHGB) Program.  This position will support the development, refinement and repository management of component test software.

Primary Responsibilities.

• Use electrical drawings to troubleshoot and analysis system failure modes.
• Develop and maintain common failure mode documentation.
• Run Post Data Analysis Toolkits to determine functional test results.
• Execute test procedures to support testing and vehicle delivery.
• Analyze test results, generate Test Reports, and document non-conformances.

Basic Qualifications.

• A BS in Electrical Engineering. Candidate should have at least 2+ years of relevant experience in testing.
• Experience in a Test Environment
• Background in Manufacturing and/or Test Engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret Electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Experience working with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience working with electrical systems and RF test equipment.

Preferred Qualifications. The following skills/abilities are desired:

• Active security clearance.
• Experience in a MIL-STD-810 Test Environment
• Experience in electrical system design and troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting DoD programs related to missile systems, reentry vehicles, or hypersonic technologies.
• Prior work in assembly, integration, or testing of missile systems.
• Experience supporting rapid development, prototyping, or fast-paced engineering programs.
• Experience creating engineering drawings and managing data in Windchill.

Candidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.

Other Qualifications:

The ideal candidate would have experience in environmental and dynamic testing and have a current DoD Secret clearance.

Security Requirements:

Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance or meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.

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Original Posting:

September 3, 2026

Pay Range:

Pay Range $69,550.00 - $125,725.00

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.