Electric Power Systems Engineer Specialist

Centreville, Virginia

Leidos
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Description

The Mission Solutions Business Area at Leidos is seeking a talented Electric Power Systems Engineer. Our team focuses on the challenging and critical area of reverse engineering Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) related facilities. We are looking for a creative thinker with a keen eye for detail and a strong commitment to solving complex problems where information may be limited. You will join a dynamic interdisciplinary team of government and contractor personnel, engaging in a high-energy environment within a government facility in Reston, Virginia.

Role and Responsibilities:
  • Integrate intelligence, geotechnical, and topographical data with engineering principles to accurately characterize WMD facility function and physical configuration.
  • Offer expert engineering judgment throughout the characterization process to derive precise intelligence estimates.
  • Prepare and deliver briefings to senior officials on capabilities, trends, and analytical findings.
  • Demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills while interacting effectively with personnel at all levels, including senior officials.
Requirements and Qualifications:
  • Must be a US citizen.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance, or a Top Secret clearance with a current SSBI, and eligibility for a TS/SCI with polygraph.
  • BS degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field with 4+ years of experience, or MS with 2+ years of relevant experience, or a Doctorate in a technical domain.
  • Experience in electric power systems planning, engineering, and design with a focus on substation and power distribution.
  • Familiarity with reading digital and hard copy design documents and applicable codes.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of mechanical and life-safety systems in commercial, government, or industrial environments.
  • Experience in specifying and ordering major power equipment.
  • Background in designing emergency power systems, including generators and UPS.
  • Knowledge of Smart Grid technology and energy management systems.
  • Familiarity with substation protective systems design.
  • Experience with modeling and simulation of electrical distribution and SCADA control systems.
  • Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Autodesk AutoCAD, or Building Information Modeling (BIM) software.
  • Experience in facility planning.
  • Military or defense-related background is a plus.
Original Posting Date: 2025-01-09

The job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days after the original posting date, with an anticipated close date no earlier than 3 days following the original posting.

Pay Range: $72,150.00 - $130,425.00

The Leidos pay range for this position serves as a general guideline and is not a guarantee of compensation. Various factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, and market data will influence the final compensation offer.

Date Posted: 29 March 2025
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