Electronic Warfare Operator

Leidos Inc; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 92,300 - 166,850; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Inc. is seeking an Electronic Warfare Operator (EWO) to join a small, high‑performing crew supporting critical intelligence collection missions with advanced EW systems.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, military EW background, and the ability to develop tactics to counter threats, with coordination across DoD entities.

Qualifications

• 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.
• TS/SCI clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Develop tactics and techniques to counter emerging threats using EW expertise.
• Coordinate with DoD entities and agencies to support product development and client objectives.
• Apply understanding of aircraft survivability and mission planning to ensure client goals are met.

Skills

Air Force EWO/WSO experience

Deployed operational experience

BS or BSE desired

Education

Bachelor's degree

Military EW training courses

Job description

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

• 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 clearance 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% travel. Position does not deploy outside CONUS. Position requires shift work.

Security Clearance

Must possess an active TS/SCI and willingness to obtain a polygraph.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $92,300.00 – $166,850.00.

Benefits

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.

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.