Electronic Warfare Operator

Leidos LLC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos LLC in Reston, Virginia, seeks an Electronic Warfare Operator (EWO) to apply aviation and EW expertise within a small crew, developing tactics to counter threats and supporting mission requirements.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, a bachelor’s degree (or 2-4 years of additional experience), and ~10% travel. You will coordinate with DoD entities to advance product development and ensure client objectives are met in high-stakes environments.

Qualifications

• Recent Operational experience.
• TS/SCI required.
• Graduate of military EW training programs such as EW Officer or related schools.

Responsibilities

• Develop tactics and techniques to counter emerging threats.
• Coordinate with DoD entities to facilitate cutting-edge product development.
• Provide EW and aviation SME support to ensure client objectives are met and aircraft survivability is considered.
• Work in a dynamic, shift-based environment to support mission requirements.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Operational EW experience

Aviation experience

Shift work

Polygraph willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 2-4 years additional experience

Job description

Work as an integral part of a dynamic team conducting critical intelligence collection operations with advanced collection systems. This ops team received one of the Intelligence Community's highest awards and was recognized as Team of the Year by Leidos.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Electronic Warfare Operator (EWO) is a Subject Matter Expert working in a small, close-knit crew environment providing expertise in support of mission requirements. The EWO leverages their aviation and EW experience and critical-thinking prowess to develop tactics and techniques to counter emerging threats. The EWO will also work and coordinate with DoD entities and agencies to facilitate cutting-edge product development to ensure client capabilities meet current and future objectives. The EWO possesses an in-depth understanding of the key factors in aircraft survivability and combat mission planning to ensure client objectives are met.

TOP SECRET/SCI clearance is required. The work schedule may be dynamic in nature. No overseas deployment is required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

This position offers a qualified candidate the unique opportunity to make good use of years of military Electronic Warfare training and Aviation experience. Bachelor’s degree (or 2-4 years additional experience) and minimum of 8 years aviation experience in Electronic Warfare desired. Graduate of military technical training courses such as Electronic Warfare Officer, Navy Aviation Electronic Warfare School, Air Battle Manager, or Navy Airborne Early Warning School.

• Recent Operational experience.
• TS/SCI required.

DESIRED SKILLS

Experience as an Air Force EWO/WSO (RC-135,P-8, EC-130 Compass Call), Air Force Air Battle Manager (AWACS, E-2C/D), Navy ECMO/WSO (EA-6B, EA-18G), or EP-3E LABOP or EWOP. Deployed operational experience as an airborne Electronic Warfare SME is highly desired. BS or BSE desired.

Travel: ~10%. Position does not deploy outside CONUS. Must possess an active TS/SCI with willingness to obtain a polygraph. Position requires shift work.

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At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting: February 18, 2026. 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: Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.

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 $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

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• Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

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Commitment and Diversity

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