Deputy Chief Engineer TPS Production

Leidos Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking a Deputy Chief Engineer to lead multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced R&D environment, delivering compliant, traceable product solutions on time.

You will apply engineering expertise across domains, mentor staff, and partner with suppliers and internal teams to address complex technical challenges while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences with 8–12 years of experience; or a Master’s with 6–10 years.
• Ability to obtain SECRET security clearance.
• Willingness to travel up to 15%.

Responsibilities

• Receive high-level tasking with minimal day-to-day guidance.
• Ensure contract deliverables meet compliance.
• Engage with diverse teams to drive solutions.
• Mentor junior staff and back up signature authority.

Skills

Security clearance

Systems engineering

Leadership

Project management

Hazardous materials handling

Education

Bachelors in Engineering or Physical Sciences

Masters in a relevant field

Tools

AS9102

Job description

Description

Leidos is seeking a talented Deputy Chief Engineer to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex problems. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.

A successful candidate would be capable of engaging in multidisciplinary problem-solving activities as a part of a diverse team in a fast-paced research and development/rapid-prototyping environment. Additionally, a successful candidate would be able to confidently apply knowledge, experience, and good engineering practice across assigned domains to identify issues and drive solutions.

Assignments within the role will allow candidate to gain experience across the following Essential Functions, with aim towards building skillsets of a Chief Engineer while taking on delegated responsibilities of a product. Primary Metric for a success in this role is On-Time Delivery of Compliant Products with Full Flight Traceability.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Receive tasking at high level by the Project Manager and Chief Engineer with minimal day-to-day guidance.
• Delegated responsibility to ensure compliance of select contract deliverables.
• Execute solutions for delegated Cost and Risk Reductions Opportunities
• Personal Growth and development in technical blind spots.
• Mentorship of junior staff.
• Backup Signature Authority when directed by Chief Engineer
• Engagement with Materials, Quality, Design/Drafting, Analysis, Testing, Systems Engineering, Scheduling, Integration, Risk Reporting, Security, Contracts, Program Finance, and CM teams.
• Manage Strategic Partnerships with Suppliers and Teammates to the benefit of the program and Leidos.
• Delegated Interface with Customer, Design Authority, and Suppliers as System-Level Subject Matter Expert

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a security clearance at the SECRET level
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or one of the Physical Sciences from an accredited institution and 8-12 years of experience or Maters with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience. May possess a doctorate in technical domain.
• Must be mechanically inclined/comfortable assembling and troubleshooting equipment including experimental systems.
• Must have some experience in a production environment.
• Must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment with challenging deadlines, and the pressure of handling multiple projects and assignments.
• Must be willing to take ownership, enjoy taking on new challenges, have the ability to overcome technical barriers, and be self-motivated.
• Must be comfortable around and capable of operating safely in the presence of hazardous materials, high voltage, high powered lasers, etc.
• Up to 15% travel is anticipated in this role.
• Candidate must be a resident of the Huntsville - North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active security clearance at the SECRET level
• Experience in an AS9102 or equivalent production environment.
• Strong work ethic and a positive team player
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are necessary
• Experience participating in the generation of technical documents, proposals or report writing is desired.
• Domain knowledge of Hypersonic Manufacturing and Supply Chain
• Experience in the design, assembly, operation and analysis of thermal protection systems used for hypersonic flight

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Pay Range

Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

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 www.Leidos.com.

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 www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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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.