Job Description
**Description**
**Job Description**
Leidos is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer to join our Maritime Systems Division in Long Beach, MS. This role involves designing and integrating advanced electrical power systems for next-generation platforms, including manned and unmanned maritime applications. Candidates with experience in industrial, commercial, or defense-related electrical systems are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will contribute to both new system development and upgrades of existing platforms. Familiarity with challenging environmental conditions, regulatory compliance, and hands-on system commissioning is highly valued.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Design and develop electrical power systems, including AC/DC distribution, switchgear, and control systems
+ Create and update electrical schematics and layouts using AutoCAD
+ Ensure designs meet applicable standards such as IEEE, ABS, DNV, USCG, and IMO
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical subsystems into larger platforms
+ Support prototype development, testing, and deployment
+ Conduct verification and validation of electrical systems
+ Prepare technical documentation including test plans, reports, and design packages
+ Troubleshoot and optimize systems for performance and reliability
**Required Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
+ 3+ years of professional experience in electrical system design and integration
+ Proficiency in AutoCAD for electrical documentation
+ Solid understanding of analog/digital circuits and power distribution
+ Willingness to travel for field testing and system integration
+ Strong communication and documentation skills
+ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance, requires US Citizenship
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Experience with marine, industrial, or defense electrical systems
+ Familiarity with PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley), SCADA, and embedded control systems
+ Knowledge of MIL-STD design practices and regulatory compliance
+ Prior involvement in DoD or government programs
+ Understanding of cybersecurity principles for control systems
+ Familiarity with industrial networking protocols (e.g., Modbus, CANbus, NMEA 2000)
At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."
If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in.
**Original Posting:**
October 21, 2025
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:**
Pay Range $85,150.00 - $153,925.00
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.
**About Leidos**
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit .
**Pay and Benefits**
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at .
**Securing Your Data**
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If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission ( .
**Commitment to Non-Descrimination**
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
REQNUMBER: R-00169049
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.
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