Junior Electrical Engineer

Leidos; Bridgewater (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Bridgewater, VA is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and develop electrical systems for airborne ISR platforms, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

You will work through the full design lifecycle from concept to production, with opportunities to grow in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment; must obtain SECRET clearance and be a U.S. citizen.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience using CAD software such as AutoCAD Electrical.
• Electrical cable design experience.
• Familiarity with electrical design processes and best practices.
• Able to access various areas of different aircraft types, which may involve kneeling, stooping, standing, and lifting weights.
• Able to perform on-aircraft surveys in confined spaces against 2D drawings.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET Security Clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for airborne ISR platforms (power, RF, networking).
• Create and maintain schematics with AutoCAD Electrical (single line, wiring).
• Support production, integration, and test of electrical components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on complex engineering solutions.
• Prepare technical docs and participate in design reviews.
• Perform peer reviews of drawing packages for quality.

Skills

Electrical design knowledge

On-aircraft surveys in confined spaces

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Cable design

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. Are you ready for your next career challenge?

The Intelligence & Operations Solutions Division of Leidos currently has an opening for an Electrical Engineer in our Bridgewater, VA location.

As a core member of the Electrical Engineering team, you will play a valuable part in supporting and executing a wide range of projects and programs supporting several aerial intelligence platforms. If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for supporting the design and development of electrical systems for various aerospace platforms and will contribute to the development of mission‑critical systems and subsystems throughout the entire design lifecycle: from initial concepts to production to integration and testing.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a strong technical and analytical background who can work effectively with inter‑disciplinary teams to create solutions to unique engineering challenges. The designer will work closely with electrical, mechanical, structural, and systems engineers, as well as manufacturing and integration teams, to support a range of aviation systems including power distribution, communications, RF, radar, and more. The chosen candidate will be expected to thrive in a fast‑paced, small team environment that emphasizes learning, leadership, and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems and subsystems for airborne ISR platforms, including power, RF, networking, and communications.
• Develop and maintain electrical schematics using AutoCAD Electrical, including single line drawings, cable assemblies, and wiring schematics.
• Support production, integration, and testing of electrical components and schematics.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to develop complex engineering solutions.
• Contribute to technical documentation and design reviews, both internal and customer‑facing.
• Perform peer‑reviews of electrical drawing packages to ensure consistently high‑quality work.

Basic qualifications

• Entry‑Level Electrical Engineer: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 0-2 years of relevant experience; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Experience using CAD software such as AutoCAD Electrical.
• Electrical cable design experience.
• Familiarity with electrical design processes and best practices.
• Able to access various areas of different aircraft types, which may involve kneeling, stooping, standing, and lifting weights.
• Able to perform on‑aircraft surveys in confined spaces against 2D drawings.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET Security Clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in avionics systems and airborne navigation, communication, and imaging sensor systems.
• Experience supporting DoD or aerospace programs.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with cable manufacturing processes, RF electronics design, and/or PCB design.

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.

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.

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.

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.