Sobre esta vaga de UAS Interoperability Test Engineer na Leidos
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Leidos’ Defense Sensors, Uncrewed Systems Integration and Test is seeking a motivated and ambitious UAS Interoperability Test Engineer to join the Software, Simulation, Systems Engineering and Integration Directorate (S3I) Joint Technology Center – Systems Integration Lab (JSIL) Technology and Certification Center. The ideal candidate is a hands-on test engineer with a strong background in UAS operations, capable of working independently in both lab and field environments. You’ll be responsible for testing emerging UAS ground control and flight systems, and collaborating closely with government stakeholders to ensure reliable, mission-ready solutions.
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Primary Responsibilities
Individuals must be self-motivated to do excellent work that exceeds customer expectations. Candidate must always present a professional demeanor while representing Leidos to customers and stakeholders. Candidate must be willing to travel, as needed, to locations across the U.S.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop test plans, procedures, and detailed technical reports
- Perform testing based on system capability requirements developed and established by the customer.
- Conduct thorough testing using established procedures and standards, as well as developing testing procedures using current and future system requirements documentation.
- Develop solutions to complex interoperability problems during all phases of testing.
- Work closely with the JSIL leadership to provide support during the system’s development lifecycle.
- Interface with the customer to help establish testing practices and meet their software and hardware delivery needs.
- Conduct lab, field, and flight testing, including test setup, data collection, and post-test analysis.
Basic Qualifications
- BS degree in software or computer engineering or a related STEM field from an accredited institution with 8-12 years of experience, OR a Master’s degree in a related field with6-10 years of experience.
- UAS simulation software and hardware technologies
- UAS integration and testing.
- Test procedure development
- Must be a U.S. citizenship, an active DoW Secret Security Clearance and the ability to maintain a Secret Clearance are required.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- On-site work (no remote/hybrid options) with ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
- Must be a resident of Huntsville, AL or willing to relocate to the Huntsville, AL area.
Preferred Qualifications
- UAS operational experience.
- Experience with Army UAS testing.
- Knowledge of UAS command and control protocols.
- Knowledge of UAS ISR payload platforms.
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Original Posting:
October 27, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
