Senior Avionics & Systems Integration Engineer

Leidos Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 87,100 - 157,450; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Systems Sector in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Systems Integration & Avionics Engineer to support maintenance, integration, inspection, and troubleshooting of small airborne missiles, UAS, and payload effectors.

The ideal candidate will read wiring diagrams, install avionics, calibrate systems, and document work while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team; UAS/missile experience and ability to travel are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience: HS/GED with 8+ yrs, AS with 6 yrs, or BA with 4 yrs in relevant field.
• Experience with avionics/instrumentation maintenance, repair, and integration on UAS or missile systems.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams, schematics, manuals and installation drawings.
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Willingness to travel and deploy as required for field support.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate new solutions as part of a prototype design team.
• Integrate avionics, sensors, or control systems into UAS platforms; install, wire, mount, align, configure, document, and test.
• Inspect, service, maintain, and calibrate avionics/instrument systems (navigation, comms, flight-control electronics, sensors, data links, power).
• Troubleshoot discrepancies using manuals, schematics, and test equipment.
• Perform GSE maintenance, operation, setup, teardown, and inspection for safe launches.
• Conduct post-integration testing and flight-line acceptance checks.
• Transition prototypes to production environments and support post-fielding sustainment.

Skills

Avionics maintenance

Instrumentation integration

UAS experience

Electronics troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, avionics, aerospace technology, electronics, or related field

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electronic test equipment

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Leidos Defense Systems Sector in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Systems Integration & Avionics Engineer to support maintenance, integration, inspection, and troubleshooting of small airborne missiles, UAS, and payload effectors.

The ideal candidate will read wiring diagrams, install avionics, calibrate systems, and document work while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team; UAS/missile experience and ability to travel are preferred.