Junior Avionics Engineer - Hypersonics Systems

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

Job summary

Leidos Defense Electrical Systems is seeking entry-level avionics engineers to support the Hypersonics CHGB program in Huntsville, AL. You will work within a small team through hardware lifecycle phases, from manufacturing to post-delivery support, collaborating with engineers, project managers, technicians, and customers.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, requirement decomposition, and documentation.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution with 0+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work in a team environment and engage with external stakeholders.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity reading engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams to support complex assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct non-conformances investigations of avionics components.
• Use electrical drawings to troubleshoot test equipment and units under test.
• Work through root cause corrective action and document results.
• Assist in requirement decomposition and prepare manufacturing drawings.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering (ABET)

MS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

National Instruments Software

Job description

Leidos Defense Electrical Systems is seeking entry-level avionics engineers to support the Hypersonics CHGB program in Huntsville, AL. You will work within a small team through hardware lifecycle phases, from manufacturing to post-delivery support, collaborating with engineers, project managers, technicians, and customers.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, requirement decomposition, and documentation.