Lead Systems Engineer
$131K - $237K/yr
The Lead Systems Engineer directs the technical team throughout the prototype lifecycle and serves as the primary technical authority responsible for ensuring all technologies, subsystems ...
Lead Systems Engineer
$131K - $237K/yr
The Lead Systems Engineer directs the technical team throughout the prototype lifecycle and serves as the primary technical authority responsible for ensuring all technologies, subsystems ...
SAIC has an immediate opening for an innovative Lead Systems Engineering Technical Advisor (SETA) to provide direct customer support on a critical development effort. This opportunity is part of a ...
SAIC has an immediate opening for an innovative Lead Systems Engineering Technical Advisor (SETA) to provide direct customer support on a critical development effort. This opportunity is part of a ...
... Lead Systems Engineer / Systems Engineer will lead systems engineering, integration, sustainment engineering, and digital engineering activities supporting mission-critical NORAD and USSPACECOM ...
... Lead Systems Engineer / Systems Engineer will lead systems engineering, integration, sustainment engineering, and digital engineering activities supporting mission-critical NORAD and USSPACECOM ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
$135K - $216K/yr
... Lead Systems Engineer / Systems Engineer will lead systems engineering, integration, sustainment engineering, and digital engineering activities supporting mission-critical NORAD and USSPACECOM ...
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Lead Systems Engineer
Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
$135K - $216K/yr
... Lead Systems Engineer / Systems Engineer will lead systems engineering, integration, sustainment engineering, and digital engineering activities supporting mission-critical NORAD and USSPACECOM ...
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Lead Systems Engineer
Newark, DE · On-site
$119K - $186K/yr
The Lead Systems Engineer is responsible for owning and driving the system-level definition, integration, and verification of capital/hardware equipment. This role provides technical leadership ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Newark, DE · On-site
$119K - $186K/yr
The Lead Systems Engineer is responsible for owning and driving the system-level definition, integration, and verification of capital/hardware equipment. This role provides technical leadership ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Sterling, VA · On-site
$200K - $240K/yr
SAIC has an immediate opening for an innovative Lead Systems Engineering Technical Advisor (SETA) to provide direct customer support on a critical development effort. This opportunity is part of a ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Sterling, VA · On-site
$200K - $240K/yr
SAIC has an immediate opening for an innovative Lead Systems Engineering Technical Advisor (SETA) to provide direct customer support on a critical development effort. This opportunity is part of a ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Harahan, LA · On-site
The Lead Systems Engineer will work closely with integrated systems, engineering operations, sales, project management, and key customers to translate complex requirements into engineered-to-order ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Harahan, LA · On-site
The Lead Systems Engineer will work closely with integrated systems, engineering operations, sales, project management, and key customers to translate complex requirements into engineered-to-order ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Sterling, VA · On-site
SAIC has an immediate opening for an innovative Lead Systems Engineering Technical Advisor (SETA) to provide direct customer support on a critical development effort. This opportunity is part of a ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Sterling, VA · On-site
SAIC has an immediate opening for an innovative Lead Systems Engineering Technical Advisor (SETA) to provide direct customer support on a critical development effort. This opportunity is part of a ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Bellevue, WA · On-site
Identity Digital Inc. is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer who will serve as the primary point of contact for system-related projects, providing technical leadership and strategic guidance. The role ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Bellevue, WA · On-site
Identity Digital Inc. is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer who will serve as the primary point of contact for system-related projects, providing technical leadership and strategic guidance. The role ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
$107K - $195K/yr
Lead Systems Engineer - Ground-Based Radar Digitization (GBRD) Location: Colorado Springs, CO Make a Meaningful Impact at Leidos At Leidos , we deliver innovative solutions through the dedication of ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Colorado Springs, CO · On-site
$107K - $195K/yr
Lead Systems Engineer - Ground-Based Radar Digitization (GBRD) Location: Colorado Springs, CO Make a Meaningful Impact at Leidos At Leidos , we deliver innovative solutions through the dedication of ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Mclean, VA · On-site
Lead Systems Engineer Job number 885 This is a remote position. Ad Hoc is a technology company that empowers organizations to deliver scalable, impactful digital services. Using modern, agile methods ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Mclean, VA · On-site
Lead Systems Engineer Job number 885 This is a remote position. Ad Hoc is a technology company that empowers organizations to deliver scalable, impactful digital services. Using modern, agile methods ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Systems Engineer to head our Xodiac vehicle programs. Job Responsibilities: * Work side-by-side with the engineering teams to lead and guide the detailed ...
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Lead Systems Engineer
Pittsburgh, PA · On-site
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Systems Engineer to head our Xodiac vehicle programs. Job Responsibilities: * Work side-by-side with the engineering teams to lead and guide the detailed ...
Lead, Systems Engineer
Greenville, TX · On-site
Lead, Systems Engineer Job Code: 35438 Job Location: Greenville, TX Job Schedule: 9/80 The Lead Systems Engineer (SE) will supervise a team supporting the requirements, design, development, test ...
Lead, Systems Engineer
Greenville, TX · On-site
Lead, Systems Engineer Job Code: 35438 Job Location: Greenville, TX Job Schedule: 9/80 The Lead Systems Engineer (SE) will supervise a team supporting the requirements, design, development, test ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Bellevue, WA · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
Summary / Objective The Lead Systems Engineer serves as the primary point of contact and coordination for system-related projects, providing both technical leadership and strategic guidance. This ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Bellevue, WA · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
Summary / Objective The Lead Systems Engineer serves as the primary point of contact and coordination for system-related projects, providing both technical leadership and strategic guidance. This ...
We are looking for a Lead Systems Engineer to focus on the development and integration of Software as a Service (SaaS) components along with a common network framework (SDK) that will be utilized ...
We are looking for a Lead Systems Engineer to focus on the development and integration of Software as a Service (SaaS) components along with a common network framework (SDK) that will be utilized ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Bellevue, WA · Hybrid
$150K - $200K/yr
Summary / Objective The Lead Systems Engineer serves as the primary point of contact and coordination for system-related projects, providing both technical leadership and strategic guidance. This ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Bellevue, WA · Hybrid
$150K - $200K/yr
Summary / Objective The Lead Systems Engineer serves as the primary point of contact and coordination for system-related projects, providing both technical leadership and strategic guidance. This ...
Lead, Systems Engineering - Military Commercial Derivative Aircraft (MCDA) Modification Design, Integration, & Certification - *Sign-on bonuses between $15,000K - $25,000K* Job Code: 37621 Job ...
Lead, Systems Engineering - Military Commercial Derivative Aircraft (MCDA) Modification Design, Integration, & Certification - *Sign-on bonuses between $15,000K - $25,000K* Job Code: 37621 Job ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Harahan, LA · On-site
The Lead Systems Engineer will work closely with integrated systems, engineering operations, sales, project management, and key customers to translate complex requirements into engineered-to-order ...
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Lead Systems Engineer
Harahan, LA · On-site
The Lead Systems Engineer will work closely with integrated systems, engineering operations, sales, project management, and key customers to translate complex requirements into engineered-to-order ...
Lead, Systems Engineer
Nashville, TN · On-site
Lead, Systems Engineer Job Number: 40034 Job Location: Nashville, TN Schedule: 9/80-Every other Friday off ForceX is seeking a Systems Engineer to deliver mission-focused technical solutions from ...
Lead, Systems Engineer
Nashville, TN · On-site
Lead, Systems Engineer Job Number: 40034 Job Location: Nashville, TN Schedule: 9/80-Every other Friday off ForceX is seeking a Systems Engineer to deliver mission-focused technical solutions from ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Suitland, MD · On-site
Lead Systems Engineer (United States Census Bureau) Creating a culture dedicated to modernization and collaboration while providing actionable, reliable data is at the center of innovation in all ...
Lead Systems Engineer
Suitland, MD · On-site
Lead Systems Engineer (United States Census Bureau) Creating a culture dedicated to modernization and collaboration while providing actionable, reliable data is at the center of innovation in all ...
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As of Jul 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for on call lead systems engineer in the United States is $199,327.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $167,000.00 and $253,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Leidos rating
8.4
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Job description
The Force Protection Division is looking for a Lead Systems Engineer to serve as the technical lead for the Rock Island Arsenal (RIA) Increase Access Prototype and is responsible for overall technical planning, systems integration, requirements management, architecture implementation, and execution of the integrated force protection solution.
The Lead Systems Engineer directs the technical team throughout the prototype lifecycle and serves as the primary technical authority responsible for ensuring all technologies, subsystems, communications infrastructure, OT/ICN interfaces, software platforms, and operational workflows are successfully integrated into a cohesive layered protection ecosystem.
The position works directly with the Program Manager, Solution Architect, Government stakeholders, subcontractors, and technical leads to ensure the solution is delivered on schedule, within budget, and aligned with operational objectives.
Primary Responsibilities
Basic Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
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:
June 23, 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 $131,300.00 - $237,350.00
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.
The Lead Systems Engineer directs the technical team throughout the prototype lifecycle and serves as the primary technical authority responsible for ensuring all technologies, subsystems, communications infrastructure, OT/ICN interfaces, software platforms, and operational workflows are successfully integrated into a cohesive layered protection ecosystem.
The position works directly with the Program Manager, Solution Architect, Government stakeholders, subcontractors, and technical leads to ensure the solution is delivered on schedule, within budget, and aligned with operational objectives.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead the technical execution of the prototype effort.
- Direct and coordinate technical activities across all workstreams.
- Provide technical guidance to engineering, software, communications, cybersecurity, and field integration personnel.
- Serve as the senior technical advisor to the Program Manager.
- Lead system-of-systems integration activities.
- Oversee integration of sensors, communications, software platforms, OT/ICN interfaces, and operational workflows.
- Ensure interoperability across Government, Leidos, and teammate-provided technologies.
- Resolve technical integration issues and interface conflicts.
- Support Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development and maintenance.
- Identify technical dependencies and critical path activities.
- Support milestone planning and operational readiness activities.
- Lead technical validation efforts.
- Oversee interoperability testing, integration testing, and operational validation activities.
- Support Operational Readiness Reviews (ORRs).
- Support Government demonstrations and technical evaluations.
- Ensure technical teams remain aligned to program objectives and milestone commitments.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and 12 - 15 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10 - 13 years of prior relevant experience.
- Systems Engineering leadership on complex DoD programs.
- System-of-systems integration experience..
- Ability to simplify complex technical issues and lead diverse technical teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Multi-vendor interoperability and interface management experience.
- Operational test and evaluation experience.
- Ability to communicate with executive leadership (internally or client) regarding matters of significant importance to the organization/project.
- Bias for action and problem resolution and collaborative decision-maker
- Knowledge of agile development methodologies and management
- US citizenship and current secret clearance
Preferred Qualifications
- Physical security or force protection systems experience.
- Command and Control (C2) integration experience.
- Operational Technology (OT) / Industrial Control Network (ICN) integration experience.
- Experience supporting USA or other DoW customers
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:
June 23, 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 $131,300.00 - $237,350.00
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.
About Leidos
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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.
Industry
It services
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Reston, VA, US