Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Orlando, FL

Leidos’ Defense Systems Sector is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer for its Virtual Training and Simulation (VTS) line of business. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions. The selected candidate will support the Modeling, Simulation and Training team in Orlando, FL
, designing extremely sophisticated simulators that represent tactical vehicles. The VTS team designs and builds training systems for all branches of the miliary.

• Create and maintain Technical Data Package (TDP) artifacts, including drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and specifications.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Revise existing designs and develop new designs to enhance producibility and process efficiency.
• Collaborate within integrated product teams (IPTs) to support drawing updates and production efforts.
• Support production activities, including troubleshooting mechanical issues and assisting with corrective actions.
• Assist in dispositioning non-conformances and supporting root cause and corrective action (RCCA) activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Independently manage tasks and projects with guidance from senior engineers.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited institution with 2+ years of relevant experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• US Citizenship.
• Proficiency Solid Works and AutoCAD.
• Experience working within Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) environments.
• Basic understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Understanding of engineering drawings, specifications, and configuration management processes.
• Experience supporting issue resolution in a production environment.
• Willingness to facilitate technical meetings with internal and external stakeholders, including design, peer, and tabletop reviews.
• Strong attention-to-detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently and in team environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Active Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret security clarence (in DISS).
• Experience supporting DoD programs
• Prior work in assembly, integration, and testing.
• Experience supporting rapid development, prototyping, or fast‑paced engineering programs.
• Familiarity with ISO
  9001 and AS9100 quality management systems.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD-31000 Technical Data Package (TDP) development.
• Understanding of cost, schedule, and programmatic impacts associated with engineering deliverables.

Pay Range $69,550.00 - $

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.

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.