Leidos has an immediate & exciting opportunity for a TS/SCI cleared Mechanical Modeling Engineer in our Intel Security Sector's Analysis Solutions Business Area . Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos , we offer competitive benefits , including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, Immediate Vesting in our 401K, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security! Job Summary: The Mechanical Modeling Engineer will support the National Space Intelligence Center (NSIC) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, OH. In this role, the Mechanical Modeling Engineer will construct highly detailed 3-D geometric computer-aided design (CAD) models of multiple foreign spacecraft to include static and dynamic characteristics (e.g., external configuration, layout and location of internal subsystems, antenna and solar panel motion, construction techniques, and materials descriptions). CAD models shall be completed in industry standard portable formats, ensuring that products conform to existing standards, as required by the client. The Mechanical Modeling Engineer will collaborate with a team of military, government, and other contractors to achieve high confidence answers to challenging problems. Our new colleague will also work independently and have effective writing and verbal communication. Primary Responsibilities: Construct highly detailed 3-D geometric computer-aided design (CAD) models of multiple foreign spacecraft. D
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Job description
Leidos is hiring a Modeling and Simulation Engineer with an active TS/SCI clearance at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The successful candidate will use strong technical capabilities and communication skills to collaborate with technical teams of engineers and scientists to develop, upgrade, and integrate models of threat systems in the air domain.
Primary Responsibilities:
Perform tasks related to the modeling of air-based system models using Simulink and MATLAB
Perform tasks related to the integration of air-based system models into a large, many-on-many, real-time, C++ based simulation environment
Collaborate with teams of government and contractor personnel
Find, review, and assess available intelligence data to drive modeling decisions
Test and evaluate models to ensure functionality before submitting to the customer
Prepare model test and interface documentation in addition to other supporting documentation requested by the government customer
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in CS, CE, EE or a related field with 2+ years of applicable experience or an MS degree in CS, CE, EE, or a related field
Experience with MATLAB/Simulink
Experience with modeling and simulation (M&S) techniques
Excellent English-language written and verbal communication. Strong emphasis on writing ability
Great people skills and the desire to work with technical teams of engineers and scientists
Ability to work independently and under deadlines in a mixed government-contractor environment
To be considered, must have a current and active TS/SCI security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in the Intelligence Community, specifically with modeling and simulation and/or all-source analysis
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Original Posting:
October 5, 2026For 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 - $125,725.00The 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.

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Leidos
Leidos, a Fortune 500 digital and mission innovator, delivers solutions at the intersection of national security, health, and critical infrastructure. With a global workforce of approximately 47,000, we are carrying out our NorthStar 2030 strategy focusing on five growth engines where demand is expanding and our expertise sets us apart: space and maritime, energy infrastructure, digital modernization and cyber, mission software, and managed health.
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