Control Systems Engineer

Leidos; United States; On-site; USD 73,450 - 132,775; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to ensure the operational integrity of Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and SCADA crucial for critical infrastructure. This role primarily operates from Springfield, VA, with potential support in Chantilly.

The successful candidate will have 5-8 years of experience, a strong technical background, and proven responsibilities in vendor management and technical training. The pay range is between $73,450 and $132,775.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship and ability to obtain TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience supporting Industrial Control Systems (ICS).
• Strong background in mechanical, electrical, or HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee deployment and operation of ICs to support critical infrastructure.
• Perform advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting to resolve system malfunctions.
• Develop and deliver technical training programs to field staff.

Skills

Technical documentation

Vendor management

Advanced diagnostics

Technical training

Collaboration with mechanical, electrical, HVAC teams

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

Ignition

Tridium Niagara Framework (N4)

Microsoft Windows environments

Job description

Role Overview

Leidos is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to support the availability, reliability, and operational integrity of Industrial Control Systems (ICS) / SCADA that underpin critical infrastructure and mission‑critical facilities environments.

This position would also at times support Chantilly if needed, but at least 75% of the candidate’s time would be spent in Springfield, VA.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee the deployment, operation, and monitoring of ICs to support critical infrastructure and minimize downtime.
• Perform advanced diagnostics, root cause analysis, and rapid troubleshooting to resolve system malfunctions.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and HVAC teams to ensure seamless integration and performance of control systems by contributing to design and installation.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and project documentation to validate system design and ensure robust implementation.
• Develop and deliver technical training programs to field staff, focusing on reliability, incident response, and best practices.
• Build strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers to coordinate technical support, manage warranties, and lead system upgrades.
• Support implementation of procedural and policy changes across sites to improve operational consistency and compliance.
• Contribute to projects spanning systems integration, system administration, and field operations with moderate to high impact.
• Stay up to date with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies in ICs and critical infrastructure protection.

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizenship and ability to obtain TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance
• Bachelor's or Master's degree and 5-8 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience supporting Industrial Control Systems (ICS) in high-availability or mission‑critical environments.
• Strong background in mechanical, electrical, or HVAC systems, with hands‑on expertise integrating these with IC platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to create and deliver technical training focused on system uptime and incident management.
• Excellent communication and technical documentation skills.
• Strong vendor management capabilities, including coordinating technical support and managing system enhancements.
• Extensive experience with control system configuration and management. Preferably with Ignition.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Ignition
• Experience with Tridium Niagara Framework (N4)
• Experience in system administration, systems integration, or network installation in critical infrastructure settings.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows environments and relevant industrial automation software.
• Working knowledge of configuration management, document control, and system lifecycle support.
• Certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Security+, CCNA, or similar.
• Familiarity with ITIL frameworks or other service management practices.
• Experience with policy implementation, procedure development, and cross‑team collaboration in large‑scale operations.
• Experience with BACnet and Modbus protocols
• Experience with DG Logik
• Control Systems PE

Pay Range

$73,450.00 - $132,775.00

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

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.