Deputy SEIT Lead

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Leidos’ Defense Systems Land Systems is seeking a Deputy SEIT Lead to join our team. The Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) Deputy will support the lead SEIT manager in overseeing the integration, testing, and validation of complex systems. This role involves assisting in the planning and execution of system integration activities, ensuring the system meets both technical and operational requirements. The SEIT Deputy will collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve issues during system testing phases. The individual will contribute to defining and executing test procedures, as well as monitoring test progress to ensure timelines and quality standards are maintained. Additionally, the Deputy will support the preparation of test documentation, including test plans, reports, and analysis of results. The role requires close coordination with the Systems Engineering and Development teams to ensure successful system integration and compliance with all customer requirements.

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Primary Responsibilities

The Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) Deputy will support the lead SEIT manager in overseeing the integration, testing, and validation of complex systems. This role involves assisting in the planning and execution of system integration activities, ensuring the system meets both technical and operational requirements. The SEIT Deputy will collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve issues during system testing phases. The individual will contribute to defining and executing test procedures, as well as monitoring test progress to ensure timelines and quality standards are maintained. Additionally, the Deputy will support the preparation of test documentation, including test plans, reports, and analysis of results. The role requires close coordination with the Systems Engineering and Development teams to ensure successful system integration and compliance with all customer requirements.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.

• BS degree and 12 – 15 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10 – 13 years of prior relevant experience. May possess a Doctorate in technical domain.

• Solid understanding of system integration processes, test strategies, and tools.

• Experience with hardware and software integration in complex systems.

• Knowledge of test methodologies, test planning, and test execution.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.

• US Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in system troubleshooting, debugging, and diagnostic techniques.

• Experience with agile development methodologies and their application in testing environments.

• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to systems integration and test.

• Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and related tools such as SysML.

• Understanding of risk management processes related to system integration and testing.

• Strong leadership and mentoring experience