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C-UAS Hardware Development Lead

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

Hardware Development Lead - C-UAS Network Communication System (NCS) Clearance: Active Secret with Ability to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance. Location: Huntsville Alabama, Alexandria Virginia.

Leidos

C-UAS Hardware Development Lead

$107K - $195K/yr

Hardware Development Lead - CUAS Network Communication System (NCS) Clearance: Active Secret with Ability to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance. Location: Huntsville Alabama, Alexandria Virginia.

Leidos

C-UAS Hardware Development Lead

Alexandria, VA

$107K - $195K/yr

Hardware Development Lead - CUAS Network Communication System (NCS) Clearance: Active Secret with Ability to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance. Location: Huntsville Alabama, Alexandria Virginia.

Leidos

C-UAS Hardware Development Lead

Huntsville, AL

$107K - $195K/yr

Hardware Development Lead - CUAS Network Communication System (NCS) Clearance: Active Secret with Ability to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance. Location: Huntsville Alabama, Alexandria Virginia.

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C-UAS Hardware Development Lead

Alexandria, VA • On-site

Leidos
IT Services • 10K+ employees
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$107K - $195K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

Hardware Development Lead - C-UAS Network Communication System (NCS)
Clearance: Active Secret with Ability to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance.
Location: Huntsville Alabama, Alexandria Virginia. Telecommuting may be available .
This position is contingent upon contract award.
Leidos is seeking a Hardware Development Lead to drive microelectronics hardware design, prototyping, integration, and testing for the Army's Counter-UAS (C-UAS) Network Communication System (NCS). You'll lead hardware engineering that enables secure, reliable network integration of M-LIDS and FS-LIDS systems supporting Short-Range Air Defense (SHORAD) missions.
This role owns hardware architecture decisions, directs a team of engineers/technicians, and ensures hardware solutions meet performance, security, and military standards while integrating tightly with software, RF, and cybersecurity teams.
Key Duties
  • Lead hardware architecture, design, prototyping, and microelectronics upgrades for NCS.
  • Define hardware interfaces, components, and data flows aligned with secure system architecture.
  • Direct circuit/board-level design, component selection, and secure hardware/firmware integration.
  • Oversee hardware-software-network integration and support secure remote access/data transfer.
  • Lead hardware testing, qualification (environmental, EMI/EMC, reliability), and corrective actions.
  • Support RMF/ATO hardware requirements, patch assessments, and cybersecurity integration.
  • Present hardware technical approach at TIMs; maintain hardware sections of system documentation.
  • Manage and mentor hardware engineers and technicians within an Agile, cross-functional workflow.

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's in EE/CE/Hardware Engineering + 10+ years hardware engineering (lead experience required).
  • Current Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.
  • Proven leadership in hardware design for networked/embedded/tactical microelectronics systems.
  • Experience with hardware-software integration, secure communication hardware, and qualification testing.
  • Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity requirements and RMF/ATO as applied to hardware.
  • Strong technical writing and ability to brief government stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with C-UAS/SHORAD/LIDS hardware programs.
  • Hardware development for fielded tactical systems (M-LIDS/FS-LIDS).
  • Microelectronics design for contested/DIL environments.

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Original Posting:
September 9, 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 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.

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

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