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From the employer's careers site First seen 1 Nov 2026

Test Engineer

Leidos San Diego, CA On-site senior full-time

Salary

$87,100 - $157,450 per year

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Description

Leidos' Undersea Systems Division is seeking a skilled Test Engineer to support and lead various tasks in conjunction with a large project team of engineers. The project team supports multiple Navy sponsors in designing, building, testing, and fielding various devices at sea.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, mechanically inclined, organized, and comfortable operating in dynamic field and marine environments.

Test Director:

  • Lead test logistics preparation, design, and documentation.
  • Obtain water-space and environmental approvals.
  • Lead test readiness meetings.
  • Lead test mobilization, execution, demobilization, and analysis.

Mechanical Production Support:

  • Manage bills of material, vendor solicitations, and purchase orders.
  • Perform mechanical assembly and documentation.
  • Manage technician labor.
  • Conduct pressure testing and create pressure certification documents.

Naval Install Specialist:

  • Prepare technical documentation for approvals.
  • Interact with approving authorities.
  • Install and uninstall project materials on various Naval platforms.

Lab Testing Support:

  • Design and execute lab testing of mechanical and electrical devices.
  • Operate gauges and instruments for measurements.
  • Write up and present results.

Mechanical Design Support:

  • Assist in designing fixturing and other mechanical and electrical devices.

Required Qualifications:

  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, ocean, or marine engineering.
  • Minimum 1-2 years' experience aboard sea-going vessels and ships handling equipment.
  • Familiarity with basic configuration control and manufacturing practices.
  • Familiarity and experience with 3-D CAD software packages.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in a nautical-related engineering position.
  • Hands-on experience in electrical and mechanical assembly, with the willingness to perform assembly tasks in a shop environment.
  • Ability to work independently or within a large group.
  • Willingness to travel 4 times per year.
  • Willingness to obtain a US Passport.

Work Environment & Schedule:

  • This position requires a combination of laboratory, fabrication shop, dockside, and at-sea operational support.
  • Candidates should be comfortable working in fast-paced technical environments with shifting priorities and mission-driven schedules.
  • The work schedule is 9/80B, which includes every other Friday off.
  • The work is on-site only.

Pay Range: $87,100.00 - $157,450.00

Skills

Required

  • mechanical engineering
  • ocean engineering
  • marine engineering
  • 3-D CAD software
  • electrical assembly
  • mechanical assembly

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You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://leidos.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/San-Diego-CA/Test-Engineer_R-00195310

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