Deputy Chief Engineer TPS Production

Leidos is seeking a talented Deputy Chief Engineer to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex problems. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions. A successful candidate would be capable of engaging in multidisciplinary problem-solving activities as a part of a diverse team in a fast-paced research and development/rapid-prototyping environment. Additionally, a successful candidate would be able to confidently apply knowledge, experience, and good engineering practice across assigned domains to identify issues and drive solutions. Assignments within the role will allow candidate to gain experience across the following Essential Functions, with aim towards building skillsets of a Chief Engineer while taking on delegated responsibilities of a product.

Primary Responsibilities

• Receive tasking at high level by the Project Manager and Chief Engineer with minimal day-to-day guidance.
• Delegated responsibility to ensure compliance of select contract deliverables.
• Execute solutions for delegated Cost and Risk Reductions Opportunities
• Personal Growth and development in technical blind spots.
• Mentorship of junior staff.
• Backup Signature Authority when directed by Chief Engineer Engagement with Materials, Quality, Design/Drafting, Analysis, Testing, Systems Engineering, Scheduling, Integration, Risk Reporting, Security, Contracts, Program Finance, and CM teams.
• Manage Strategic Partnerships with Suppliers and Teammates to the benefit of the program and Leidos.
• Delegated Interface with Customer, Design Authority, and Suppliers as System-Level Subject Matter Expert

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a security clearance at the SECRET level
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or one of the Physical Sciences from an accredited institution and 8-12 years of experience or Maters with 6-10 years of prior relevant experience.
• May possess a doctorate in technical domain.
• Must be mechanically inclined/comfortable assembling and troubleshooting equipment including experimental systems.
• Must have some experience in a production environment.
• Must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment with challenging deadlines, and the pressure of handling multiple projects and assignments.
• Must be willing to take ownership, enjoy taking on new challenges, have the ability to overcome technical barriers, and be self-motivated.
• Must be comfortable around and capable of operating safely in the presence of hazardous materials, high voltage, high powered lasers, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active security clearance at the SECRET level
• Experience in an AS9102 or equivalent production environment.
• Strong work ethic and a positive team player
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are necessary
• Experience participating in the generation of technical documents, proposals or report writing is desired.
• Domain knowledge of Hypersonic Manufacturing and Supply Chain
• Experience in the design, assembly, operation and analysis of thermal protection systems used for hypersonic flight

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Original Posting: August 24, 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 level 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.

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 $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit

Pay and Benefits

• Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

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Commitment and Diversity

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.