Electro-Mechanical Technologist

• Electrical assembly

• Wire harness fabrication utilizing wire splicing, crimping, molex connector installation and soldering on a multitude of different connectors and cable types.
• Circuit board component installation using J-Std approved soldering techniques for surface mount and through-hole components on multi-layer printed circuit boards.
• Circuit card assembly inspection and test.
• Utilize standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, etc.) to assess and troubleshoot electronic assemblies.

• Mechanical assembly

• Assembly and test various mechanical systems per documented drawings and processes or by system knowledge (project dependent).
• Potting and encapsulation of connectors, electronics, and subassemblies
• Read, understand and follow engineering assembly drawings, bill of materials, manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and misc. supporting documentation.
• Use various hand tools to assemble mechanical components into larger assemblies.
• Able to troubleshoot assembly issues under limited supervision.
• Support documentation standards by filling out serial number records, travelers, work orders, and non-conformance reports.
• Conceptualize and build assembly fixtures as needed for continuous process improvement

• Lab and equipment

• Support the creation and implementation of work orders, test procedures, and safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment.
• Manage lab equipment and assembly fixtures, support repair tasks, or seek assistance of project personnel to keep all equipment in good working condition.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 5 - 7 years of prior related experience.
• Current active SECRET security clearance.
• Must have experience reading schematics and drawings.
• Must have hands on experience in electrical and mechanical assembly.
• Must be highly detail oriented.
• Must have experience with the operation and use of basic machine shop tools and wood working shop tools (i.e. Drills, saws, grinder, router, sander, media blasting, etc.).
• Familiar with and capable of operating standard electronic test equipment; oscilloscopes, meters, frequency generators, etc.
• Capable of soldering to J-STD-001 and willingness to obtain J-Std certification.
• Must be self-motivated, self-sufficient, and highly organized. Ability to switch from one task to another at a moment’s notice.
• Must keep workspaces clean, organized and free from grit, dust, and other FOD.
• Need to work well with others and be able to communicate and understand verbal and written instructions.
• Capable of interacting with customers, peers, and supervisors with professionalism.
• Worked in or around ESD Environments
• Safety minded to support facility safety processes, procedures and organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-year degree or equivalent technical education certification in relevant disciplines.
• Prior experience with unmanned underwater vehicles and associated sensors, underwater cables/connectors (including molding/potting), control and monitor electronics, launch and recovery subsystems, and acoustic sensors.
• Fiber Optics manufacturing, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Certified to J-STD-001 solder standard.
• Prior experience using fabrication equipment (ie: milling machine, lathe, bandsaw, metal brake and shears).
• ISO manufacturing experience.
• Experience with CAD (design, manipulation and interpretation)
• Fundamental knowledge about Lean Manufacturing such as 5S workplace organization techniques.

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Original Posting:

October 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 $48,100.00 - $86,950.00

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.