Manufacturing Engineer

Employer description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

At 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.

Your greatest work is ahead!

We are seeking highly skilled Manufacturing Engineers to support and improve PCBA and Electro-Mechanical production processes, create clear work instructions, and ensure efficient manufacturing operations. This role is instrumental in driving production excellence through engineering expertise and process development.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods for PCBA and Electro-Mechanical ProcessesCreate and maintain detailed work instructions for production PCBA and Electro-Mechanical Processes.Support production line operations and troubleshoot manufacturing issues.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Design, and Operations to drive continuous improvement.Assist in the implementation and support of MES systems, PLM systems (e.g., Windchill), and CAD tools.Contribute to new product introduction (NPI) and process validation efforts. 

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Aeronautical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering with 4-8 years of prior relevant work experience or a Masters degree with 2-6 years of prior relevant work experienceMinimum of 5 years of experience in an electronics manufacturing environment.In lieu of a degree, 8 years’ plus of experience in manufacturing will be considered.Strong background in PCBA or Electro-Mechanical AssemblyCandidate must be a U.S Citizen and able to obtain/maintain a final secret security clearanceAbility to obtain security clearance if required.Proficiency in writing clear and concise work instructions. 

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong background in PCBA or Electro-Mechanical Assembly.Process development and production support of PCBA or Electro-Mechanical AssemblyExperience with Solumina, Windchill, MES systems, and SolidWorks or other CAD software.Familiarity with aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing industries.Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced environments and lead process improvement initiatives. 

Additional Requirements:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work independently and within a team.Willingness to be hands-on and support production floor activities. 

If 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.

Original Posting:October 22, 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 $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

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.