Mechanical IPT Lead - Air Defense Systems

Leidos Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Huntsville, Alabama, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to join the Defense Systems Mechanical Design & Analysis Department to lead an Integrated Product Team (IPT) developing the All-Up-Round-Magazine (AUR-M) product. You will direct engineers to meet program requirements, schedules, and budgets.

The role emphasizes cross-functional coordination, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Preference given to security clearance and Creo/Windchill experience; salary range provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from ABET-accredited university.
• 8+ years of applicable experience or 6+ years with MS degree.
• Experience leading a team of engineers to meet technical, cost, and schedule requirements.
• Strong Creo CAD user.
• Active secret security clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Strong desire to lead, guide, and mentor.

Responsibilities

• Own overall execution performance for the IPT scope.
• Lead cost, schedule, and technical performance alignment for the hardware team.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver on program objectives.
• Drive disciplined execution and proactive risk management across the IPT.
• Represent the IPT in governance forums and lead design reviews.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentoring

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Execution discipline

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

Creo CAD

Windchill PLM

Job description

Leidos in Huntsville, Alabama, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to join the Defense Systems Mechanical Design & Analysis Department to lead an Integrated Product Team (IPT) developing the All-Up-Round-Magazine (AUR-M) product. You will direct engineers to meet program requirements, schedules, and budgets.

The role emphasizes cross-functional coordination, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Preference given to security clearance and Creo/Windchill experience; salary range provided.