Systems Engineer

Description

Position Overview

Join the Defense Sector at Leidos to support the crucial ACCA5JI JINTACCS mission. In this role, you will act as a Tactical Data Link (TDL) Systems Engineer , providing essential support to the USAF TDL Configuration and Logistics (C&L) process. You will play a vital part in providing TDL operators, planners, and users with a valuable resource to improve the operation and performance of tactical systems and data links. Position requires a Current or Active DoD Secret security clearance.

Primary Responsibilities

Analyze and Characterize TDL Systems : Research and analyze TDL systems test reports and implementation databases to characterize how warfighters share information across TDLs. Focus on providing accurate C&L information and approved Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) for AF TDL systems.

Maintain and Update C&L Information : Review and update Capabilities & Limitations (C&L) information to reflect jointly agreed-upon core TDL aspects. Present information concisely and practically, using terminology and examples relevant to USAF combat operators.

Coordinate and Vet C&L Materials : Distribute newly developed C&L material to the appropriate weapon system's technical community for validation. This includes working with the weapon system's Program Office or assigned Subject Matter Expert (SME) to ensure accuracy.

Ensure Data Integrity : Verify that all C&L information complies with established business rules, including applying proper security classification markings and maintaining consistent spelling and formatting.

Develop Interoperability Reports : Research, draft, and coordinate the development of interoperability reports for platforms included in the C&L Operator Research Tool.

Create Official Documentation : Research and gather information to develop and support official documentation such as Background Papers, staff studies, Talking Papers, and presentation materials as assigned by the government.

Basic Qualifications

Education / Experience : Bachelor's degree in a technical field, such as computer science, engineering, or information technology, and 4 or more years of recent experience performing TDL analysis or operating USAF TDL systems using applicable military standards (US Mil-Std 3011, 6011, 6016, 6017, 6020, 6040, 188-220, and 2045-47001). Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Web Content Management : At least one (1) year of experience with web content development and management.

Security Clearance : Current or Active DoD Secret security clearance.

EIO2024

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 28, 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 $69,550.00 - $125,725.00

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 .

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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.