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Senior Mechanical Engineer

$107.9k - $195.05k

Leidos

Description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a lead position in the design, development and integration of shipboard mechanical systems and hardware for U.S. Navy platforms. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a team environment and can guide complex mechanical solutions from concept through fleet deployment.

Primary Responsibilities:

Develop shipboard mechanical hardware designs including enclosures, ruggedized COTS solutions, and electromechanical assemblies. Develop 3D models and engineering documentation. Coordinate mechanical interfaces between engineering and manufacturing teams

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related disciple

8 years of mechanical design experience with at least 3 years supporting US Navy hardware

Strong SolidWorks CAD Design skills

Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong experience in sheet metal, machining, and additive manufacturing techniques

Strong experience with design for assembly and production processes

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:March 13, 2026

For 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 $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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