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Sr. Electrical EngineerLeidos Inc • Chantilly, VA, United States
Sr. Electrical Engineer

Sr. Electrical Engineer

Leidos Inc • Chantilly, VA, United States
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Description

Senior Electrical Engineer

Location : Chantilly VA

Clearance Required : Active TS / SCI with ability to pass a polygraph.

This role may be eligible for a sign-on incentive, which could include additional PTO or a monetary bonus.

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-driven Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, development, and optimization of electrical systems supporting critical facility operations at our HQS site. This role is pivotal in ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of all electrical infrastructure, while driving strategic improvements and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

As a technical authority, you will collaborate across operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions, guide capital projects, and uphold best practices in electrical design and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the research, design, detailing, and installation support of facility electrical systems
  • Partner with Operations & Maintenance (O&M) and Plant teams to ensure robust emergency preparedness
  • Drive preventive and corrective maintenance strategies for electrical systems
  • Conduct infrastructure assessments and recommend capital improvements based on current and future needs
  • Oversee electrical components of construction and renovation projects from concept through completion
  • Develop and implement maintenance policies, standards, and procedures aligned with industry best practices
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors to ensure seamless service delivery
  • Establish and refine design standards and site-specific operating procedures
  • Create, review, and update electrical design documentation, submittals, and one-line diagrams
  • Perform redline updates and maintain accurate site drawings

Basic Qualifications

  • Current TS / SCI security clearance with the ability to pass a polygraph
  • 8-12 years of progressive experience in electrical engineering
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • Proven expertise in complex electrical system design, development, and testing
  • Strong background in power distribution, lighting, and control systems
  • Deep knowledge of commercial electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC)
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and other CAD tools
  • Familiarity with energy-efficient and sustainable design principles
  • Experience with medium voltage systems, backup generators, UPS, data centers, and lighting controls
  • Ability to solve complex, cross-disciplinary technical challenges
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage senior leadership and customers
  • Hands-on experience with industrial control systems, PLCs, and instrumentation
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Recognized Subject Matter Expert (SME) in electrical engineering
  • PE (Professional Engineer) certification
  • Field experience in electrical construction, systems integration, and testing
  • Strong project management skills including budgeting, scheduling, and resource planning
  • Experience with reactive maintenance in building electrical systems
  • This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on mission-critical infrastructure while working alongside a team of dedicated professionals. If you're ready to lead with precision and purpose, we invite you to apply.

    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 : October 27, 2025

    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 $104,650.00 - $189,175.00

    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 www.Leidos.com .

    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 www.leidos.com / careers / pay-benefits .

    Securing Your Data

    Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com .

    If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission .

    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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