Mechanical Engineer

Leidos LLC; Beavercreek (OH); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos LLC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Beavercreek, Ohio team. You will support design and integration of ISR sensors and payloads, design mounting structures, and prepare BOMs for testing programs across ground and air platforms.

Required: 4+ years in mechanical engineering, CAD tools, drawings, basic modeling, and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance. Some telework may be available during the week in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field.
• Experience with CAD tools, drawings and basic modeling techniques.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.
• Familiar with common hand tools and able to lift 40 pounds.
• Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and integration of ISR sensors and systems payloads on ground and air applications.
• Design mounting structures for testing components.
• Develop BOMs for drawings and payloads.
• Obtain engineering cost estimates from vendors for designed components.
• Assemble components and payloads.
• Support flight testing operations.

Skills

CAD tools

Drawings

Modeling techniques

Physical endurance

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field

Tools

Creo

ASME Y14 drawing practices

Job description

The Defense Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Mechanical Engineer to work in our Beavercreek, Ohio office. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience supporting government contracts and IRAD programs. In this mission we design, build, integrate, and perform test demonstrations of new and emerging technologies and capabilities. Please note: This position is located in Beavercreek, OH. There may be occasional opportunity to telework during the week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the design and integration of ISR sensors and systems payloads on various ground and air based applications
• Design mounting structures for both ground and aircraft testing components
• Develop parts lists (BOMs) for drawings and payloads
• Work with vendors obtain engineering cost estimates on designed components
• Assembly of components and payloads
• Support flight testing operations

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field with 4+ years of experience
• Must be a U.S Citizen
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance
• Experience with CAD tools, drawings, basic modeling techniques
• Familiar with common hand tools (screw drivers, drills, wrenches)
• Ability to lift 40 pounds and work in unairconditioned environments during flight testing events (less than 1 month a year)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplined engineering team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Creo (Pro Engineer)
• Experience with ASME Y14 drawing practices
• Familiar with manufacturing processes of metals and composites
• NKE

Original Posting: September 2, 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 $87,100.00 - $157,450.00

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.

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.

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.