Senior C4A Systems Engineer — Secret-Clearance Interop Lead

Leidos LLC; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Suffolk, VA is seeking a Senior C4A Systems Engineer Subject Matter Expert with a Secret clearance. The role leads C4A engineering activities, develops analytical products, and validates complex network architectures in DoD environments.

The position requires strong leadership, targeted testing, and coordination across mission partners, with experience in C4A, targeting, and interoperability. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree plus extensive related experience is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years related experience or Master’s degree and 6+ years related experience.
• Minimum 8 years supporting military operational activities; minimum 8 years Targeting experience.
• Experience with automated targeting tools (e.g. JTT, MIDB) and Service specific fire control systems.

Responsibilities

• C4A Engineering Leadership — Provide senior-level management of planning, preparation, research, coordination, and execution of C4A tasks.
• Analytical Product Development — Develop and deliver technical assessments, reports, and executive-level briefings.
• Systems Testing & Validation — Plan, coordinate, and execute testing to validate network architectures, security controls, and partner integration.
• Project Execution & Reporting — Monitor task execution and provide status to leadership and government stakeholders.

Skills

Secret clearance

US Citizenship

Targeting experience

C4A experience

Communication skills

Interoperability testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

JTT

MIDB

Job description

Leidos in Suffolk, VA is seeking a Senior C4A Systems Engineer Subject Matter Expert with a Secret clearance. The role leads C4A engineering activities, develops analytical products, and validates complex network architectures in DoD environments.

The position requires strong leadership, targeted testing, and coordination across mission partners, with experience in C4A, targeting, and interoperability. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree plus extensive related experience is expected.