Senior Systems Engineer & Technical Program Lead (Onsite)

Leidos

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 108,000 - 195,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer/Technical Program Lead to support a customer site in San Diego, CA. The role combines systems engineering depth with program leadership to bridge technical execution and mission priorities.

The candidate will act as onsite Systems Engineer and Senior Technical Representative, coordinating with project management, government stakeholders, and fleet personnel while guiding analyses, integration, and documentation efforts.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline related to systems engineering, naval architecture, or maritime engineering.
10+ years progressive experience in systems/naval engineering, maritime operations, or program management.

Responsibilities

Serve as onsite senior technical representative for Leidos at the San Diego customer site.
Lead engineering activities across multiple disciplines to support program priorities.
Coordinate with customer leadership, engineers, and program leadership to align requirements and schedules.
Translate operational needs into sound engineering approaches and recommendations.
Prepare and deliver technical briefings and program-status updates to senior leaders.