Lead Hydraulic Systems Engineer for Defense

Leidos Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 87,100 - 157,450; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Hydraulic and Mechanical Lead Engineer to lead the design, development, integration, and test of hydraulic components and systems for a major radar program.

You will own hydraulic system architecture, perform trades, create BOMs, develop CAD models, and support integration and test activities across multi-phase efforts. A strong background in hydraulics, thermal and structural design, and DoD readiness is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from ABET-accredited university.
• BS + 4 years progressive hydraulics engineering experience or MS + 2 years.
• Proficient with either Solidworks or Creo.
• Experience with drawing generation in accordance with ASME Y14.100 & Y14.5.
• Basic understanding and application of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Strong attention-to-detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently and in team environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• US Citizenship required
• Active DoD security clearance or eligibility to obtain and maintain

Responsibilities

• Lead hydraulic engineering tasks including the design, analysis, manufacture, integration, and test of hydraulic components and subsystems
• Support and perform technical trade studies, develop hydraulic system architecture
• Apply sound engineering practices to develop concepts using CAD and mature designs that meet system requirements
• Support technical peer, table-top, and internal/external design reviews
• Create and maintain Technical Data Package (TDP) artifacts, including CAD models, drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), specifications, test procedures and reports
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with design, analysis, fabrication, test, and program management teams to resolve challenges and complete tasks on schedule

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Self-starter

MS Office proficient

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

Leidos Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Hydraulic and Mechanical Lead Engineer to lead the design, development, integration, and test of hydraulic components and systems for a major radar program.

You will own hydraulic system architecture, perform trades, create BOMs, develop CAD models, and support integration and test activities across multi-phase efforts. A strong background in hydraulics, thermal and structural design, and DoD readiness is required.