Mechanical / Cable Designer

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Sector seeks a Mechanical / Cable Designer to connect advanced hardware with the broader systems. You will design mechanical components, route cables, and generate 3D drawings and installation docs using Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Visio.

You'll work onsite in Huntsville, AL, collaborating across teams, reviewing designs, and supporting prototyping, testing, and validations. US citizenship and secret clearance eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 2D drawing experience using SolidWorks or Creo.
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain secret security clearance.
• On-site work with Leidos facility.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies.
• Create and maintain Technical Data Package artifacts (drawings, BOMs, specs).
• Develop designs with manufacturability and producibility in mind.
• Apply GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Support prototype fabrication, testing, and troubleshooting with senior engineers.
• Route electrical cables/wire harnesses using Creo and SolidWorks.
• Develop cable designs with Visio and AutoCAD.
• Produce installation drawings from 3D routed cable models.
• Independently manage tasks with guidance from seniors.
• Participate in design/review meetings throughout product lifecycle.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Associate’s degree with 2+ years of relevant experience

4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

Ability to learn new tools and techniques

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Tools

Creo Parametric

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Visio

Windchill PLM

3D routing with SolidWorks/Creo

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.

Are you ready for your next career challenge?

Leidos Defense Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions.

Leidos Defense is seeking a Mechanical / Cable Designer to help create the critical "nervous system" that connects the advanced hardware we develop to protect America and its allies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies.
• Create and maintain Technical Data Package (TDP) artifacts, including drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and specifications.
• Develop mechanical designs with consideration for functionality, manufacturability, assembly, inspection, and producibility.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles in accordance with ASME Y14.5 and applicable engineering drawing standards.
• Support prototype fabrication, assembly, integration, and testing activities by troubleshooting mechanical issues and developing engineering solutions in coordination with senior engineers.
• Route electrical cables / wire harnesses using Creo and SolidWorks.
• Develop cable designs using Visio and AutoCAD, considering connector, backshell, wiring, and protective covering part selection.
• Produce cable installation drawings and work instructions from 3D routed cable models in Creo and SolidWorks.
• Independently manage tasks and projects with guidance from senior engineers.
• Participate in design reviews, peer reviews, drawing reviews, and other technical meetings throughout the product development lifecycle.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or Associate’s degree with 2+ years of relevant experience or 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Proficient in either Creo Parametric or SolidWorks and able to learn new tools and techniques. Experience in both is preferred.
• 2D Drawing Experience using SolidWorks or Creo.
• Ability to work onsite at a Leidos facility and independently with limited supervision.
• Basic understanding of mechanical design principles.
• Flexible and capable of switching between tasks and toolsets.
• Candidates must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.
• US Citizenship is required.
• Position requires eligibility to obtain and maintain secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2+ years of relevant experience, or Associate’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience or 6+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.100 and Y14.5 standards.
• 3D routing experience with SolidWorks and / or Creo.
• 2D drawing experience using AutoCAD and / or Visio.
• Experience with Windchill PLM.
• Experience in cable design.
• Familiar with IPC/WHMA-A-620D.
• Familiar with military style electrical connectors such as MIL-DTL-38999.
• Experience creating technical data packages to MIL-STD-31000 requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret cable wiring diagrams.
• Hands‑on experience in mechanical and/or cable assembly.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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 $69,550.00 - $125,725.00

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.

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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.