Quality Assurance Engineer TS/SCI Polygraph

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Quality Assurance Engineer in our Intel Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!Leidos is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to support a high-impact, multi-agency program serving the United States Space Force (USSF)/Space Systems Command (SSC), the United States Air Force (USAF), and other key mission stakeholders. The selected candidate will play an important role on a critical program focused on enhancing, testing, and deploying a large-scale Satellite Communications (SATCOM) system within an existing infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in public key infrastructure (PKI) and Agile development, along with exceptional problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.The selected candidate will be a key member of the team, responsible for ensuring the highest quality service is delivered to the customer by developing and managing program processes, conducting regularly scheduled internal process audits, and consistently driving structured improvement activities. The ideal candidate will act as a change agent, demonstrate high energy, exhibit a strong commitment to quality, and be self‑motivated. The selected candidate will be required to quickly build effective working relationships with coworkers and customers across multiple disciplines, levels of authority, and, when necessary, different locations.The selected candidate will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality service is delivered to the customer through the development and management of program processes, the execution of regularly scheduled internal process audits, and the ongoing leadership of structured process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will serve as a change agent, bringing energy, initiative, a strong commitment to quality, and a high degree of self-motivation to the role. This individual must be able to quickly establish effective working relationships with coworkers and customers across multiple disciplines, varying levels of authority, and, when necessary, geographically dispersed locations. Success in this role will also require strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to influence process improvements that enhance program performance, compliance, and customer satisfaction.Primary Roles and ResponsibilitiesIntegrate closely with the program team to implement and execute the Quality Management System (QMS).Recommend, facilitate, track, and report on continuous process improvement initiatives and activities.Support the program-specific tailoring of the QMS and the deployment and implementation of appropriate QMS processes.Support the development and collection of performance metrics.Document and drive resolution of nonconformities and requirement escapes through root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions.Contribute to required Leidos quality reporting, including Quality Management Reviews, In Process Reviews, Weekly Activity Reports, and Monthly Operational Reviews.Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and at least 8 years of relevant experience. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree.At least 2 years of experience supporting large-scale Agile programs.Experience developing quality assurance program management plans and conducting internal process audits.Experience conducting peer reviews, process auditing, and/or software configuration audits.Experience with, or strong familiarity with, peer reviews and process auditing.Experience with, or strong familiarity with, Quality Management for Software Development and IT Service Management projects.Experience collecting and analyzing data and developing actionable metrics and reports.Experience recommending, facilitating, tracking, and reporting on continuous process improvement initiatives.Demonstrated ability to multitask, work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and complete tasks with minimal supervision.Strong verbal and written communication skills are a must.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, and Project.Clearance Required: Must have TS/SCI with Polygraph.Preferred QualificationsWork experience as a Software Development Manager, Software or System Risk Manager, and/or experience with software and IT contingency planning, disaster recovery planning, and related operations.Extensive experience with CMMI, ISO, and other quality management systems and standards.Experience with Section 508 compliance.In-depth experience supporting large-scale software and IT programs.At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you – Apply today!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:September 9, 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 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.SummaryLocation: Annapolis Junction, MDType: Full time Leidos