Role Overview
Leidos is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer. This is a full-time role in Springfield. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Electrical Engineer who is responsible for directing and overseeing the electrical related facilities operations and maintenance functions on site. This role ensures that all facility systems operate efficiently and effectively, and that maintenance policies and procedures are implemented to support site operations. The Facility Engineer will provide technical guidance, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate with the other disciplines onsite.
Primary Responsibilities
- Directs daily operations and long-term planning of all electrical facility services at the site.
- Oversees engineering and central plant operations to ensure energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
- Supports electrical infrastructure by helping to diagnose complex electrical system issues and responding to emergency calls.
- Presents electrical system status and functionality to team and customers and speaks to any potential complications.
- Provides technical support to internal teams and leadership for infrastructure-related decisions.
- Manages the electrical portion of construction and renovation projects from design through completion, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, budgets, and timelines.
- Develops, interprets, and implements facility maintenance policies, standards, and best practices.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Provides professional electrical engineer input on design submittals.
Basic Qualifications
- TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance is required to be considered
- 8 - 12 years of experience in electrical engineering.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Active PE (Professional Engineer) certification
- Demonstrated expertise in the design, development, and testing of complex electrical systems.
- Proven ability to lead electrical facilities operations.
- Deep understanding of high availability and multi-building electrical facilities operations.
- Ability to resolve highly complex, multi-disciplinary technical problems across electrical systems.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage senior leadership and clients on technical strategy and results.
Preferred Qualifications
- Recognized subject matter expert (SME) in electrical facilities operations.
- Experience with electrical construction, systems integration, and testing in field environments.
- Proficiency in project management methodologies, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.
- Familiarity with Wonderware or Ignition control systems.
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Original Posting:
April 9, 2026
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 $107,900.00 - $195,050.00
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.
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.
Securing Your Data
Beware 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 LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Electrical Engineer position at Leidos?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Leidos. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior Electrical Engineer position at Leidos located?
This position is based in Springfield. Leidos has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior Electrical Engineer at Leidos earn?
Leidos has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Electrical Engineer role at Leidos posted?
This role was posted on April 10, 2026 (59 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Electrical Engineer role at Leidos require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Leidos lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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