General program information and/or position overview

Leidos is seeking a to contribute to cutting-edge engineering efforts within our Undersea Systems Division (USD). This role is a unique opportunity to drive innovation in underwater vehicle systems, maritime sensors, subsea telemetry, and ISR solutions that support critical defense and national security missions

Leidos’ USD is a recognized leader in C4ISR technologies, delivering innovative, mission-critical solutions across sensor networks, unmanned systems, and tactical platforms. We’re known for achieving “industry firsts” in the most challenging maritime domains.

The selected candidate will be part of an elite, top notch group responsible for development, manufacture, and test of electro-mechanical devices for use with Unmanned Vehicles and other undersea systems and maritime mission applications. This individual will work closely with the government-industry engineering team through all project phases.

Join us and be part of a world-class team delivering unmatched solutions for today's most pressing maritime missions.

This position will require the candidate to hold a Secret Clearance.

This position will require the candidate to work a 9/80B schedule (80 hours of work into nine days over a two-week period, allowing for every other Friday off) to align with the NIWC government team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operation and maintenance of government owned vessels, primarily a 44’ RHIB with a full cabin, dual inboard Cummins QSM11 670hp engines with twin HTX30 Hamilton jets
• Complete vessel operations and maintenance logs
• Control of shipboard Hazmat and other materials needed for daily operation and maintenance
• Provide on-site support at San Clemente Island for periods ranging from 1 day to 2 weeks during large test events or demonstrations
• Operation and maintenance of MTB system at San Clemente Island
• Operate and maintain various USVs for the MTB project
• Provide general tasking support on base at NIWC PAC Bayside including, but not limited to shipping/receiving, warehouse maintenance, and equipment repair as required
• On-call for emergencies related to small boat operations during test events

Basic Qualifications.

• US Navy Small Boat Coxswain Certification
• Minimum 12 years’ experience operating US Navy small boats 10m or greater
• Experience operating a small boat with US Navy divers using SCUBA or surface supply
• Experience operating small boats during UUV/USV operations
• Experience with launching and recovering USVs or AUVs
• Familiarity with USCG regulations including Navigation Rules of the Road
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills, able to work in small, collaborative teams comprised of both contractor and government engineers and technicians
• Must be flexible and responsive to customer needs
• Must be well-organized and detail-oriented
• Ability to work on several projects concurrently
• Familiarity with hand and power tools such as electric drills, saws, landscaping tools, etc.
• Requires frequent movement around piers, docks, and facility spaces.
• Required to transport or lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds across the facility.
• Requires constant use of hands/fingers to operate machinery, tools, or computer equipment
• Requires ability to move about the warehouse, stoop, kneel, or reach for extended periods.
• Ability to climb ladders up to 20 ft.
• Able and willing to work aboard marine vessels of various sizes, sometimes overnight.
• Requires work in various temperatures and inclement weather.
• Required work in /or in loud production environments
• High school diploma or equivalent
• US Citizenship
• Currently holds a Do

D Secret clearance:

Preferred Qualifications.

• 10+ years’ experience operating US Navy small boats 10m or greater
• Experience operating and maintaining RHIBs with both inboard and outboard engines
• Experience with Cummins QSM11 670hp engines with twin HTX30 Hamilton jets

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Original Posting:

March 11, 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 $69,550.00 - $125,725.00

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.