Section Manager - Electrical Systems

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Section Manager for Electrical Systems to lead a talented team in solving complex engineering challenges. This role involves both management and hands-on technical contributions, ensuring the success of diverse aerospace and military systems. With a focus on team development and innovative solutions, you'll thrive in a collaborative environment that values your expertise. If you're passionate about making an impact and driving quality improvements, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in hardware system design and testing.
• Experience leading small to mid-sized technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to develop team members.
• Balance management and technical tasks effectively.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Hardware System Design

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Team Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Test Equipment

Debugging Methods

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 sustainably. 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.

Your greatest work is ahead!

Leidos’ Defense Systems Electrical Systems Department is seeking a Section Manager – Electrical Systems to join our team to create unique solutions for complex problems. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber, and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific, and IT solutions.

The Electrical Systems Department is a design-focused group of engineers specializing in advanced hardware-based solutions. The individual selected for this position will be a working manager responsible for supervising a team of Electrical Design Engineers while also contributing to programs for internal and external customers. As a manager, the individual will develop and grow their team to support organizational objectives with an emphasis on scaling and quality improvement. As a technical contributor and leader, the individual will support a variety of programs to develop electronic assemblies integrated into a diverse range of aerospace and military systems including manned/unmanned ground/air vehicles, missiles, defensive radars, and space systems. The individual will be expected to manage their time and priorities effectively to ensure both project and organizational success.

The individual must be a self-starter with strong technical skills and a proven history of technical leadership. The individual must also have excellent communication skills and a desire to build and develop a team to tackle challenging technical problems.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Defense Systems 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. To explore and learn more, click here!

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Primary Responsibilities:

1. Provide technical oversight and mentorship to develop team members
2. Develop strong working relationships with team members to meet productivity and retention goals
3. Conduct regular staff meetings and one-on-ones with team members
4. Scale the team by identifying hiring needs, writing job postings, coordinating screening of applicants, interviewing, and making hiring recommendations
5. Propose and implement ideas to improve organizational quality, agility, and capability
6. Support organizational business development goals and initiatives by providing technical input to proposals
7. Perform necessary reporting, approvals, and other administrative tasks
8. Provide technical input to program leadership during the planning and execution of engineering projects
9. Perform hardware system development from requirements derivation to design, fabrication, integration, and testing
10. Balance management and technical tasks, with approximately 25% management and 75% technical focus
11. Thrive in a learning environment that encourages leadership and technical growth

Basic Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent from an ABET-accredited institution
2. 2+ years of experience leading small to mid-sized technical teams
3. 5+ years of experience in hardware system design and testing from architecture through implementation
4. Experience with technical problem solving and root cause analysis
5. Ability to decompose system-level considerations into lower design levels
6. Experience working in a collaborative engineering environment with multidisciplinary teams
7. Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and system block diagrams
8. Proven understanding of fundamental circuits and components
9. Hands-on laboratory experience with instrumentation, test equipment, and debugging methods
10. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
11. Strong verbal and written technical communication skills
12. Resident of North Alabama or willing to relocate to Huntsville - North Alabama, AL

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent from an ABET-accredited university is preferred.

Additional preferred experience includes:

• Personnel management including hiring, development, and staffing
• Process improvement initiatives
• Project management, including cost and schedule oversight
• Business development activities such as proposals and white papers
• Electrical design experience for military hardware or aerospace systems

Security Requirements:

Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Final Secret Clearance or be eligible for a Secret Clearance.

Original Posting:

May 2, 2025

Note: The job will remain open for at least 3 days from the posting date.

Pay Range:

Range from $85,150 to $153,925

Note: The pay range is a guideline; actual compensation depends on various factors including experience, education, and internal equity.