Avionics & Systems Integration Engineer for UAS/Missiles

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Alabama

On-site

USD 70,000 - 126,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Leidos Defense Systems Sector in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Systems Integration & Avionics Engineer to support maintenance, integration, inspection, and troubleshooting of avionics for small airborne missiles, UAS, and payload effectors.

The role spans design, integration, testing, and transition of prototypes to production, with potential field support, training, and travel; related duties require strong problem solving and strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and 6 years of experience; Associate’s degree and 4 years, or Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience.
Experience with avionics/instrumentation maintenance, repair, and integration; ideally on uncrewed or crewed aircraft (5+ years Group2/3 UAS or small missile systems).
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, technical manuals, and installation drawings.
US Citizenship and eligibility to obtain a Secret Clearance.
Willingness to travel and/or deploy as required for field support; ability to work irregular schedules.

Responsibilities

Design and integrate new avionics solutions as part of a multi-disciplinary prototype design team.
Integrate avionics, sensors, or control systems into UAS platforms; perform installation, wiring, mounting, alignment, configuration, documentation, and functional checks.
Perform inspections, servicing, maintenance, and calibration of avionics/instrument systems (navigation, communications, flight-control electronics, sensors, data links, power systems).
Troubleshoot and diagnose discrepancies, faults, and system anomalies using manuals, schematics, and test equipment.
Perform system and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) maintenance, operation, setup, teardown, and inspection for safe launch capabilities.
Conduct post-integration testing, system-level functional checks, and flight-line acceptance checks to validate performance.
Transition prototypes to production environments and support post-fielding sustainment, technical support, and training.
Maintain detailed maintenance, inspection, and repair records; track anomalies and repair history.
Assist in or lead on-the-job training (OJT) for junior engineers, technicians, or end-user personnel.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, technical orders, SOPs, and record-keeping standards.
Support mission readiness by responding to unscheduled maintenance or troubleshooting events, including field support.