Facilities Jr. Operations Technician

AFE; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Operations Technician to support daily operational activities and maintain critical systems. You will assist with maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensuring smooth operation of equipment in a fast-paced environment at our Virginia area facilities.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork, with opportunities to develop skills in operations management and documentation.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain TS/SCI with Polygraph prior to start.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification preferred.
• 0–2 years operations management experience.
• Basic understanding of operational systems and equipment.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation, maintenance, and repair of operational equipment.
• Monitor and troubleshoot system performance issues.
• Perform routine inspections and report anomalies.
• Document operational procedures and reports.
• Collaborate with team to improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification preferred

Job description

Job Description

Are you an organized and detail-oriented professional with a passion for safeguarding the integrity of critical systems? Are you ready to take on a role where your expertise will make a critical impact? We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Operations Technician to support daily operational activities. The ideal candidate will assist with maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensuring smooth operation of systems and equipment. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a career in facilities maintenance.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of operational equipment.
• Monitor and troubleshoot system performance issues.
• Perform routine inspections and report any anomalies.
• Support documentation of operational procedures and reports.
• Collaborate with team members to improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Basic Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI to be considered with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI w/ Polygraph clearance prior to starting with Leidos
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification preferred
• 0-2 years operations management experience
• Basic understanding of operational systems and equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
• Experience with industrial or technical systems.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of electrical or mechanical systems.

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Original Posting:

June 4, 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 -

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.

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.

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.