MDS Testing Engineer

Leidos Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 73,450 - 132,775; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Income protection

Paid leave and retirement

Job summary

Leidos Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer with hands-on experience in DoD testing environments to contribute to the TMPC MDS and Weapons Control System projects. You will design and develop software test plans, review requirements, and drive the full testing life cycle from planning to execution, ensuring compliance with high defense standards and rigorous quality processes.

U.S. citizenship and active Top Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• US Citizen; active Top Secret clearance with ability to upgrade to Top Secret SCI.
• Strong analytical skills and robust software test plan development.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and innovate with a seasoned team of Systems Engineers to scrutinize requirements and implement test modifications to standards.
• Own the testing cycle by designing, developing, debugging, and enhancing mission-critical systems throughout the full testing life cycle.
• Analyze and evolve by evaluating requirements, testing hardware compatibility, and building comprehensive test procedures using current tools and standards.
• Operate in a DoD environment, ensuring outputs meet the high demands and quality expectations of defense technology.

Skills

Software testing

Requirements analysis

DoD environment

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering

Job description

Description

Leidos is looking for a passionate Systems Engineer with hands‑on experience in the TMPC Mission Distribution System (MDS) and the Weapons Control System. If you excel in the Systems Engineering Process and thrive on clear, effective communication, we want you on our team. Your knack for developing robust software test plans and navigating rigorous testing processes will directly impact future‑forward defense solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate and Innovate: Join a seasoned team of Systems Engineers and work closely to scrutinize requirements and execute test modifications, ensuring every detail aligns with meticulously defined standards.
• Own the Testing Cycle: From designing and developing software tests to troubleshooting, debugging, and enhancing mission‑critical systems, you’ll be an integral part of the quality assurance process throughout the full testing life cycle.
• Analyze and Evolve: Dive deep into software requirements analysis, evaluate hardware compatibility, and build comprehensive test procedures— all while applying industry‑leading principles, standards, and the latest tools to drive our software‑intensive products forward.
• Operate in a DoD Environment: Bring your experience from DoD testing environments to bear, ensuring that every component of your work meets the high demands and rigorous quality expectations of defense technology.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline with 4+ years of relevant experience. Additional direct experience, training, or certification may substitute the degree requirement.
• US Citizen; current possess and active Top Secret clearance with ability to upgrade to Top Secret SCI security clearance.
• Strong analytical skills with a knack for developing robust software test plans.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 2+ years related experience.
• Experience with the Tomahawk Weapon System and familiarity with the Valid Platform List will set you apart and help you quickly integrate into our cutting‑edge projects.

At Leidos, you’ll not only be advancing your career in Systems Engineering—you’ll also be contributing to solutions that make a real‑world impact.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

Pay and 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.