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Test Engineering Manager

Today Lynnwood, WA

Description

The Maritime Solution Systems Portfolio (MSS) within the Maritime Systems Division (MSD) is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and highly capable Test Engineering Manager to join the Leidos team in Lynnwood, WA or Poulsbo to lead a test engineering team in the support of a series of maritime products. The scope of the business activities within this portfolio includes underwater vehicle systems, maritime sensors, supporting information technology & engineering services for complex maritime applications, development and support of underwater data acquisition and telemetry systems for distributed sensors for ISR, IPOE, SSW and platform signature measurement.

The Test Engineering Manager will lead a team of test engineers providing input into the requirements and design development to ensure testability during the verification and validation testing of products and systems. The Test Engineering Manager is responsible for the planning and execution of system validation testing including validating the system performance, maintainability, training and logistic support plans. The Test Engineering manager will provide the voice of the user and customer to the Engineer team during the system design and requirements definition phase.

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The Maritime Systems Division of Leidos is an industry leader in developing, applying, and advancing the state-of-the-art processing technologies for Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) systems including distributed netted sensor systems, communications systems, positioning systems, tactical decision systems, and autonomous unmanned platforms. Leidos maritime systems addresses complex mission requirements and pioneer impressive firsts in the application of advanced signal processing solutions to the full range of maritime missions. The Maritime System Solutions Portfolio includes an outstanding team of engineers, technicians, and scientists, located geographically throughout the US in both Leidos, customer, and work from home locations, each supporting a broad range of activities ranging from advanced prototype development for DARPA, ONR and other S&T customers to support for ongoing Navy missions. The successful applicant will become part of a world class team that is a recognized leader in maritime systems development.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Responsible for providing strategic and tactical leadership for the test engineering team across a portfolio of products
  • Lead technical thought on product validation
  • Communication of customer needs
  • Ensuring design for testability focus throughout design development
  • Provide input into system design, derivation and development of subsystem requirements
  • Provide technical mentorship and subject manner expertise to the electrical engineering team
  • Supervisor and provide tasking for the test engineering team in coordination with the program managers to meet program requirements, schedule and cost
  • Active participation in the Business Capture Process to include writing, designing, and reviewing proposal material.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science and/or master's degree in engineering, from an accredited college.
  • 10+ years of engineering experience in subsea maritime programs that include software and electro-mechanical systems.
  • 3+ years of experience in operation or testing of UUV systems
  • Ability to obtain a Secret clearance, requires US CItizenship

Preferred Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience leading the design, development, and integration subsea maritime systems.
  • Understanding of ISO 9001:2015.
  • Exposure to program management responsibilities for DoD programs. Including program execution, contract negotiations, financial, and subcontractor management.
  • Experience transitioning products from design to manufacturing.
  • Experienced with UUVs, payloads, and deployed subsea systems.

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Original Posting:

August 15, 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 $126,100.00 - $227,950.00

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.

Client-provided location(s): Lynnwood, WA
Job ID: Leidos-R-00164705
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-08-15T18:50:35

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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