Unity 3D Game Developer Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Description

Leidos currently has an opening for a 3D Modeler who holds a SECRET clearance to work in our Orlando office.

This is an opportunity to work on a high-fidelity vehicle modeling contract for the ACC ISR project.

A 3D Modeler creates accurate three-dimensional representations of objects to support virtual simulation and training programs. This role contributes to research in emerging fields focused on digitally replicating the real world using image generators, game engines and other technologies. The day-to-day work includes updating legacy workflows and models to meet modern game engine fidelity and specifications, while solving complex problems in a fast-paced environment. Solid communication skills and a collaborative mindset are essential, as the role requires cross-disciplinary collaboration and flexibility to meet a range of platform and project-specific requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Build high-quality, optimized hard-surface 3D models according to project specifications

• Collaborate with other 3D modelers and multi-disciplinary teams to refine assets for animation, static renders or real-time use

• Create and apply textures to achieve project-aligned visuals that are functional across multiple platforms

• Test models in target engines or renderers to ensure correct scale, style, topology, and functionality

• Document modeling pipelines and maintain organized version control of asset files

• Revise and iterate models based on feedback from technical leads and clients

 Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with up to 4 years of applicable experience

• Secret clearance/ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance

• Strong portfolio demonstrating clean topology, efficient UV mapping, high quality textures, the ability to create realistic representations of objects without stylization, and attention to detail

• Proficiency in at least one major 3D modeling package

• Solid understanding of PBR workflows, texturing tools (Substance Suite, Mari, Photoshop) and geometry optimization

• Ability to interpret technical reference, scan data or photos into accurate 3D assets

• Excellent communication skills and comfort working in iterative, feedback-driven environments

• Experience with real-time engines (Unreal, Unity) and game asset pipelines

• Knowledge of basic rigging

• Experience constructing modular kits and utilizing trim sheets

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with organic modeling

• Familiarity with photogrammetry or LiDAR scan cleanup techniques

• Exposure to scripting (Python, MEL, Actionscripts) for automating repetitive tasks

• Experiencing in shooting, compositing and editing video content • Experience creating motion graphics for animation and marketing content

• Experience manipulating imagery, elevation and vector data in geospatial tools such as Global Mapper, QGIS or ArcGIS

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.

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

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.

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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.