Chief Engineer, Integrated Defensive Cyber System

Leidos; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 154,000 - 278,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos's Air and Space Force Division is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the Integrated Defensive Cyber System (IDCS) for the AF. You will oversee the end-to-end technical planning, hardware-software-network design, integration, testing, and fielding of IDCS capabilities.

You will report to the Defensive Cyber Portfolio Director and collaborate with program managers, government customers, and subcontractors to ensure high-quality, secure system delivery across multiple cyber domains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a technically related field.
• 12+ years of total engineering experience, 5+ years in a technical leadership role.
• 7+ years hands-on in two cyber disciplines (e.g., network defense, vulnerability assessment, forensics, or cyber weapons).
• Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile, and DevSecOps practices.
• Experience with DoD software, hardware, and security delivery.
• Top Secret clearance within 365 days after start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering expertise and oversight for the program throughout the capability delivery lifecycle.
• Collaborate with the IDCS program manager to develop schedules, evaluate design alternatives, and aid subcontractor selection.
• Perform systems requirements analysis, functional/timeline analysis, trade studies, and interface definitions.
• Oversee system planning and designs compatible with Government Reference Architecture.
• Guide the team on all product development and deliverables.
• Communicate with Government officials on engineering considerations and negotiate to support concepts and approaches.
• Resolve technical problems and conflicts within the IDCS program.
• Collaborate with experts to identify innovative solutions.
• Assist in development of SOWs/RFPs, tech evaluations, and subcontractor oversight.
• Communicate with customer Chief Engineer/Chief Architect weekly.
• Mentor mid-level and junior staff.

Skills

Engineering Leadership

Cyber Defense

System Architecture

SDLC & DevSecOps

Stakeholder Communication

DoD Standards

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Leidos's Air and Space Force Division is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the Integrated Defensive Cyber System (IDCS) for the AF. You will oversee the end-to-end technical planning, hardware-software-network design, integration, testing, and fielding of IDCS capabilities.

You will report to the Defensive Cyber Portfolio Director and collaborate with program managers, government customers, and subcontractors to ensure high-quality, secure system delivery across multiple cyber domains.