Integration and Test Engineer

Company: Leidos
Location: Gaithersburg
Posted on: January 5, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Description Leidos is seeking a Senior Systems Integration and Test Engineer who will be a member of a dynamic team working on the Federal Aviation Administration’s En-Route Automation Modernization ERAM) technology, which is the heart of the Next Generation Air Transportation System and the pulse of the National Airspace System helping to advance our transition from a ground-based system of air traffic control to a satellite-based system of air traffic management. ERAM is vital to the future of air navigation, providing the foundational platform required for FAA to enable NextGen solutions, via modernization programs such as System Wide Information Management, Data Communications, and Automatic Dependent Surveillance- Broadcast. ERAM will provide benefits for users and the flying public by increasing air traffic flow. Primary Responsibilities Development and execution of Test Approaches and Test Procedures to verify System Requirements. Perform integration of new hardware and software into the system baseline. Development of Regression Test Procedures to check for new system behavior. Execution of Regression Test Procedures to evaluate system for regression of core capabilities. Scenario development to inject flights into the system to mimic realistic and specific air traffic conditions Interfacing with the FAA customer to address/answer questions relating to the developed requirements, use cases describing human interactions and design decisions. Performing Systems Engineering as needed for the ERAM system. Providing support needed for software development, integration and test, and other functional areas. Writing/Editing/Executing/Debugging test productivity tools and other duties as assigned. Analyze data in support of customer design requirements, data reduction and analysis of test output. Working in a Waterfall development methodology for System Integration & Test. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Off-shift and/or weekend work Basic: Candidates must have completed a degree program in a relevant discipline; for example, engineering, computer science and 2 years of prior relevant experience or Masters in degree program in a relevant discipline. Candidates must have the ability to obtain a public trust clearance Candidates must be US Citizens Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrated technical integration skills in prior work performed Test or similar technical experience working with complex systems Demonstrated success working in a team-oriented environment Ability to work in a group or independently to ensure team goals are met Ability to work overtime (OT), off hours, and weekends (if necessary) to meet deadlines. Preferred: Familiarity with AI/ML concepts, including experience through academic projects Demonstrated leadership abilities along with strong systems integration & test engineering technical skills. Integration & Test experience, including proven experience working in complex new development systems and performing hands-on system integration and formal requirements verification. Demonstrated understanding of full software development life cycle, with proven experience with supporting highly critical customer missions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience working directly with customers to discuss their requirements, objectives and test plans/procedures - interfacing with other functional areas (e.g. Software, Hardware, and Systems Engineering) Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others in a team environment. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Strong organizational skills - attentive to details. Ability to demonstrate a commitment to personal and corporate excellence, ethical behavior and integrity. Familiarity with the National Air Space and FAA NextGen Air Traffic control programs Experience with Linux based systems, including developing and testing large scale SW applications in C++ and Java. Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter. We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don’t wear capes (they’re a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for “how it’s always been done.” Original Posting: December 26, 2025 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 $69,550.00 - $125,725.00 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. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com. Pay and Benefits 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 www.leidos.com/careers/pay -benefits. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission. Commitment to Non-Discrimination 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.

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