Marine Electrical Technician

The Maritime Systems Division (MSD) of Leidos is currently seeking a qualified, energetic, and resourceful engineer to fill the position of Marine Electrical Technician. Leidos MSD develops and deploys advanced technology solutions that address existing and emerging maritime missions of national importance for a broad range of customers across the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, other governmental agencies, and commercial clients.

This role involves the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and testing of electrical systems aboard specialized marine platforms. Youll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to mission-critical engineering projects serving both defense and commercial maritime initiatives.

This position requires travel to and coordination with engineering activities at other Leidos facilities and government facilities in multiple locations across the United States and possibly the United Kingdom. Initial focus will be supporting various US Navy programs such as the Ghost Fleet in San Diego and Port Hueneme, CA.

Key Responsibilities

- Install and maintain marine electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, controls, and communication networks

- Diagnose faults and repair electrical equipment such as motors, generators, switchboards, and instrumentation panels

- Perform electrical testing and calibration in compliance with maritime standards

- Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical specifications

- Assist with the integration of instrumentation and control systems into marine platforms

- Document work performed and maintain accurate maintenance logs

- Comply with relevant safety regulations, codes, and company standards

Preferred Qualifications

- Associates Degree in Instrumentation Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline

- Minimum 3 years of experience in marine electrical systems, preferably in shipboard or offshore environments

- Familiarity with military standards, maritime regulatory codes, and environmental requirements

- Experience with diagnostic tools, electrical test equipment, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs)

- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

- Ability to work independently and within a team in a dynamic marine environment

Additional Requirements

- U.S. Citizenship (due to federal contract requirements)

- Ability to obtain a security clearance

- Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time, including work aboard vessels as required

Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.

We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We dont wear capes (theyre a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for how its always been done.

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.

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.