FTAP Missile Launcher Design Engineer

Leidos’ Defense Sector is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team in Huntsville Alabama designing the next generation of air defense launchers to protect America and its allies. You will design unique hardware for the Fires Technology Acceleration Program within the US Army’s Indirect Fire Protection Capability (IFPC Inc 2) portfolio. You will use Creo CAD software and Windchill PLM software daily to turn ideas into designs. Then you’ll work alongside the production team to turn your designs into hardware. You might be asked to help integrate and install the hardware, and then you’ll work with the testing team to put your hardware into action. This is not your average engineering position. You will work on a team of the most talented engineers in the region who push you to be better every day. This is a fast-paced program with unique technical challenges that will be a rewarding milestone in any engineering career. If you are up for the challenge of joining this team, then apply today to be considered.

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Primary Responsibilities

• Structural design via Creo CAD software, drawing generation in accordance with ASME Y14.100 & Y14.5, and producing technical data packages in accordance with MIL-STD-31000

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university
• 8+ years of applicable experience in design and/or analysis of mechanical systems or 6+ years with MS degree.
• Mission-focused. Ready to contribute to a high-performing team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates with experience leading engineering design teams will be preferred.

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Original Posting:

September 16, 2026

Pay Range:

Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

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.