Lead Electrical and Test Quality Engineer

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Quality Inspector/Engineer in Huntsville, AL to ensure conformance in a Hypersonic program environment. The role involves inspecting components, handling non-conformances, and performing environmental tests per drawings and data packs.

Candidates should read drawings, use precision tools, and maintain ISO9001/AS9100 compliance. BS with 4–8 years (MS with 2) or equivalent experience; IPC 610/620 and eligibility for Secret clearance preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires BS degree with 4–8 years of experience or MS with 2 years.
• Alternative: HS diploma/GED with 10 years relevant experience.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and data packages.
• Experience in ISO9001/AS9100 manufacturing environments.
• IPC 610/620 or J standard certification is required.
• Must be able to travel to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Maintain processes in the test environment.
• Develop solutions to complex technical issues across areas.
• Communicate with internal and client teams.
• Inspect components per drawings; review assembly instructions.
• Approve procurement requisitions and read data packages.
• Write non-conformances and initiate root-cause investigations.
• Perform environmental testing on boards and components.
• Complete FAI review from supplier; report changes.
• Collaborate to ensure conformance and quality.

Skills

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Electrical test equipment

Measuring tools

ISO9001/AS9100

IPC 610/620

Inspection reports

MS Excel/Word

Travel willingness

Lift 35 lbs

US citizenship & Secret clearance

Huntsville relocation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

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 sustainable. 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.

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Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining processes in the test environment.
• Develops solutions to complex technical issues and problems that impact multiple areas or disciplines.
• Communicate with internal team members across multiple areas and client team members. May communicate with parties external to the organization
• Inspect components and assembled parts IAW drawings.
• Review and approve assembly instructions.
• Approve Procurement requisitions.
• Read and understand Drawings and Technical data packages.
• Write Non-conformance’s and start investigation to root cause.
• Perform environmental testing and analysis of electrical boards and components for non-conformances.
• Complete FAI review from Supplier.
• Report Supplier “notice of changes” to Management.

Basic Qualifications

• The Candidate must have BS degree and 4-8 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2 years of prior relevant experience. (In lieu of a degree, a High School diploma/GED or equivalent education with 10 years of relevant experience will be considered.)
• Must be able to solve complex problems, relate with other team members, and communicate with other levels of management.
• Must have knowledge and understanding when reading and interpreting drawings.
• Must have experience with electrical test environment and test equipment in the Hypersonic program.
• Must have knowledge of how to efficiently use micrometers, height gages, gage blocks, radius gages, and calipers etc.
• Experience in an ISO9001/AS9100 manufacturing environment.
• Must have IPC 610/620 or J standard certification.
• Candidate must be able to populate handwritten or computer-generated inspection reports.
• Candidates must have Computer Skills and can use computer software such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, etc.
• Must be willing to travel to customer sites to perform quality source inspections.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
• Candidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Government contract and SOW interpretation.
• Knowledge of FAR and DFAR regulations.
• Previous auditing experience.

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Original Posting

September 1, 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 $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.