Mechanical Design IPT Lead

About the role

Leidos' Defense Systems Mechanical Design & Analysis Department is seeking a mechanical design engineer to lead an Integrate Product Team (IPT) in Huntsville, Alabama, developing the Low Band Surveillance (LBS) radar product. The role directs a team of engineers so that their work meets program requirements, schedule milestones and budget constraints.

Key responsibilities

• Own overall execution performance for the IPT scope and lead cost, schedule and technical performance alignment for the hardware team.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and partner with subsystem leads to keep technical work aligned with program goals.
• Identify, assess and manage IPT risks and opportunities, and develop mitigation plans.
• Communicate status clearly to leadership and stakeholders, represent the IPT in governance forums and lead design reviews.
• Maintain compliance with contractual requirements and internal governance standards, and drive issue resolution across functional boundaries.

Required profile

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 12+ years of applicable experience, or 10+ years with an MS degree.
• Experience leading a team of engineers to deliver solutions meeting technical, cost and schedule requirements.
• Active secret security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one.

Required skills

• Strong SolidWorks user.
• Preferred: Windchill PLM experience.
• Preferred: design and integration experience in mobile equipment, tactical trailers, radar systems, mechanism design and design for manufacturability.