Entry-Level Electrical Hardware Design Engineer

Leidos LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Huntsville, AL is hiring an Entry-Level Electrical Hardware Design Engineer to join a high-performing, multidisciplinary team. You will design, test, and troubleshoot PCBAs for aerospace and defense applications, working with analog/digital, FPGA and microcontroller circuits.

The role emphasizes collaboration across engineers, project managers, and technicians. A ABET-accredited B.S. in EE/CE with hands-on lab experience is required; relocation to North Alabama may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent from an ABET-accredited institution with a 3.0+ GPA.
• Demonstrated knowledge of digital/analog/mixed-signal electronics and high-speed interfaces.
• Experience in electronics design and test from architecture through implementation.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment.
• Strong communication within a team and hands-on lab experience with instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and test printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) including power, mixed-signal, FPGA and MCU designs.
• Perform signal integrity analysis and power distribution considerations as part of design.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, technicians, and customers to meet diverse requirements.
• Troubleshoot issues during manufacture and test and identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Contribute to a learning environment that supports leadership and technical growth.

Skills

Digital/Analog

High-speed I/O

Electronics Design

Test & Debug

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

VHDL

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Mentor Graphics

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Your greatest work is ahead!

The Leidos Defense Electrical Systems Department is seeking a talented Entry-Level Electrical Hardware Design Engineer to join an experienced, high-performing, multidisciplinary team to create unique solutions to complex engineering challenges in our Huntsville, AL location.

The Electrical Systems Department is a design-focused group specializing in advanced hardware products. The individual selected for this position will be a design engineer with varied technical interests and demonstrated engineering skills.

The individual must be a self-starter with experience working with interdisciplinary teams to solve challenging technical problems. The engineer will work closely with electronics integrated into a diverse range of aerospace and military systems, including manned/unmanned ground/air vehicles, missiles, defensive radars, and space systems.

The selected candidate will be expected to execute in a fast-paced, small team environment through all phases of the product life cycle from concept development and detailed design through manufacturing, qualification testing, and post-delivery support. The engineer will be responsible for architecting, implementing, and testing printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), including power supply, mixed-signal, FPGA, and microcontroller designs.

Additional skills such as signal integrity analysis, power distribution network design, basic VHDL proficiency, experience with technical trade studies, and evaluation of technology improvements are a plus.

With a product focus, the individual is also expected to actively partner with other engineers, project managers, technicians, and the customer to develop solutions that adhere to a diverse set of requirements. Additionally, the engineer will support resolution of technical issues that are discovered during the manufacture and test of deliverable products. This will include troubleshooting board-level issues, assessing failures for root cause, and identifying corrective actions.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a learning environment that encourages leadership and technical growth.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited institution with a 3.0 or higher GPA
• Knowledge of digital/analog/mixed signal electronics, high-speed communications, components, and interface/communication standards
• Experience in electronics design and test from architecture through implementation
• Capable of performing in a collaborative engineering environment working closely with multi-disciplinary teams
• Demonstrated experience effectively communicating within a team environment
• Hands-on laboratory experience with instrumentation, test equipment, and debug/test methods
• Candidates must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference shown to candidates who possess a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited institution with a 3.8 or higher GPA
• Preference shown to candidates who possess a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university
• Preference shown to candidates who possess previous relevant experience through internships, college design project teams, or student research projects.
• Preference shown to candidates who have experience and/or working knowledge of: Design, test, troubleshooting, and manufacture of complex multi-layer electronic circuit card assemblies
• Digital design and troubleshooting in the area of embedded processors, microcontrollers, or VHDL-based FPGAs
• Switched-mode power supply (SMPS) design
• Mentor Graphics electrical engineering development tools

Security Requirements

• Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance or meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.

If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. 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

Original Posting: October 8, 2026

Pay Range

Pay Range: Pay Range $57,850.00 - $104,575.00 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 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

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 here.

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Commitment and Diversity

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.