Senior Systems Engineer Lead

Leidos

Base: $107,900.00 - $195,050.00; bonus/equity: not...
Not specified
Model-based systems engineering (mbse)
Cameo systems modeler or magicdraw
Active top secret clearance with sci eligibility
Leidos is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer Lead to enhance and implement enterprise data and analytics solutions for the Department of Defense. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in systems engineering and leadership, along with an active Top Secret clearance

Job Summary

  • This role supports a high-visibility Department of War enterprise program delivering mission-critical data and analytics capabilities.
  • The successful candidate will lead a team of 8-15 direct reports while applying Model-Based Systems Engineering techniques to complex distributed systems.
  • Leidos seeks individuals who are motivated by national security outcomes and comfortable operating in complex stakeholder environments.

Matching Summary

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Leidos is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer Lead to enhance and implement enterprise data and analytics solutions for the Department of Defense. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in systems engineering and leadership, along with an active Top Secret clearance.

Salary

Base: $107,900.00 - $195,050.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
  • Cameo Systems Modeler or MagicDraw
  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
  • DoD 8140 foundational qualification pathway
  • 8 years minimum systems engineering experience
  • SAFe Agile framework participation
  • NIST SP 800-53 and Zero Trust compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with multi-cloud architectures
  • SAFe Agilist certification
  • INCOSE CSEP certification
  • AWS services familiarity
  • AI/ML digital transformation support
  • Briefing senior executive leadership
  • Disruptive mindset and innovation focus

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree plus 8-12 years experience OR Master's plus 6-10 years
  • Active TS/SCI clearance required
  • DoD 8140 baseline certification (Security+, GSEC, SSCP) or equivalent
  • Minimum 8 years supporting complex DoD platforms
  • Proven experience leading technical teams

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship for TS/SCI clearance

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