Traveling Software/Radar Engineer

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Leidos Defense Sensor is seeking a talented Traveling Software/ Radar Engineer to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex sensor and radar orientated problems. We have offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, we provide responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.

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Leidos Defense Systems 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. To explore and learn more, click here!

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Primary Responsibilities

Candidate will support advanced technology radar programs through local field testing and both CONUS and OCONUS test event support. When not traveling or testing the candidate will be involved with developing documentation to support installation and operation of the systems to aid in training of new personnel.

In this role you will work closely with other skilled engineers during system installation and operation. Onsite network configuration and debugging will be required while working alongside military personnel. Minor bash script creation and/or modification may be required to establish a repeatable and simple solution to support day-to-day activities.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM-related field (e.g. Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, etc.) from an ABET-accredited school plus 2-4 years of relevant experience or Masters with less than 2 years of prior relevant experience.

• Experience traveling for work and be willing to travel up to 75 % to test events both CONUS and OCONUS for extended periods and on short notice.

Must possess excellent teamwork skills and possess and show good fundamentals in the following:

• RedHat Linux experience

• Bash scripting

• Networking experience

• Must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville – North Alabama, AL, area

• Must be a US Citizen and possess (as well as maintain) a Final Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• C++ development

• Active passport

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Original Posting:

August 12, 2026

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.