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n**** Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?
nAt 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. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.
n**** Are you ready for your next career challenge?
nLeidos Defense Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions.
nLeidos Defense is seeking a Mechanical / Cable Designer to help create the critical "nervous system" that connects the advanced hardware we develop to protect America and its allies.
n**** Primary Responsibilities
nnnSupport the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies.
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nnCreate and maintain Technical Data Package (TDP) artifacts, including drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and specifications.
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nnDevelop mechanical designs with consideration for functionality, manufacturability, assembly, inspection, and producibility.
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nnApply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles in accordance with ASME Y14.5 and applicable engineering drawing standards.
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nnSupport prototype fabrication, assembly, integration, and testing activities by troubleshooting mechanical issues and developing engineering solutions in coordination with senior engineers.
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nnRoute electrical cables / wire harnesses using Creo and SolidWorks.
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nnDevelop cable designs using Visio and AutoCAD, considering connector, backshell, wiring, and protective covering part selection.
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nnProduce cable installation drawings and work instructions from 3D routed cable models in Creo and SolidWorks.
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nnIndependently manage tasks and projects with guidance from senior engineers.
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nnParticipate in design reviews, peer reviews, drawing reviews, and other technical meetings throughout the product development lifecycle.
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n **** Basic Qualifications
nnnBachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or Associate's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience or 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
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nnProficient in either Creo Parametric or SolidWorks and able to learn new tools and techniques. Experience in both is preferred.
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nn2D Drawing Experience using SolidWorks or Creo.
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nnAbility to work onsite at a Leidos facility and independently with limited supervision.
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nnBasic understanding of mechanical design principles.
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nnFlexible and capable of switching between tasks and toolsets.
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nnCandidates must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.
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nnUS Citizenship is required.
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nnPosition requires eligibility to obtain and maintain secret security clearance.
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n n**** Preferred Qualifications
nnnBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2+ years of relevant experience, or Associate's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience or 6+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
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nnKnowledge of ASME Y14.100 and Y14.5 standards.
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nn3D routing experience with SolidWorks and / or Creo.
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nn2D drawing experience using AutoCAD and / or Visio.
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nnExperience with Windchill PLM.
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nnExperience in cable design.
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nnFamiliar with IPC/WHMA-A-620D.
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nnFamiliar with military style electrical connectors such as MIL-DTL-38999.
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nnExperience creating technical data packages to MIL-STD-31000 requirements.
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nnAbility to read and interpret cable wiring diagrams.
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nnHands-on experience in mechanical and/or cable assembly.
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nnStrong communication and interpersonal skills.
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n nIf 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.
nOriginal Posting:
nSeptember 21, 2026
nFor 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.
nPay Range:
nPay Range $69,550.00 - $125,725.00
nThe 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.
nAbout Leidos
nLeidos 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 .
nPay and Benefits
nPay 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 .
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nBeware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at .
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nCommitment to Non-Discrimination
nAll 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.
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nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.
Worksite address
huntsville, AL, 35824, US
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