Join Leidos as a Senior Aerospace Manufacturing SME

Leidos seeks a Senior Aerospace Manufacturing Subject Matter Expert (SME) to deliver analytic expertise in launch vehicles, missile systems, satellite technology, and C4ISR. Based on-site in McLean, VA, this role supports high-stakes government missions with your deep industrial experience in aerospace design, manufacturing, and testing.

Primary Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in aerospace manufacturing methods, materials, tooling, and ballistic missile production.
• Collaborate in team settings or independently to advise on materials, equipment, and infrastructure for ballistic missile proliferation.
• Deliver specialized training on Missile Materials and Machine Tools.
• Leverage hands-on expertise in missile/rocket engine manufacturing, tooling, procedures, and testing.
• Mentor junior staff to build technical and professional capabilities.
• Travel as required (valid U.S. passport mandatory).

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in engineering, aerospace, or related field + 15+ years in aerospace manufacturing (Master’s reduces to 13+ years).
• Active Secret clearance; ability to obtain TS/SCI with Full-Scope Polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in engineering, physics, or technical discipline.
• 15–20 years direct experience in aerospace/missile manufacturing.
• Knowledge of foreign ballistic missile systems and U.S. military aerospace systems.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Why Leidos?

At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo. Pay range: $139,100 - $251,450 USD annually. This is full-time, on-site in McLean, VA. U.S. citizenship required due to clearance needs. Original posting: September 8, 2025. Apply now to disrupt and innovate in aerospace defense.