Manufacturing Engineering Specialist

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Your greatest work is ahead!

We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Specialist to develop and support production processes, create clear work instructions, and ensure efficient manufacturing operations. This role is instrumental in driving production excellence, Quality, and Efficiency.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here!

Primary Responsibilities

• Under the guidance of manufacturing engineers, create and maintain detailed work instructions for production processes.
• Support production line operations and troubleshoot manufacturing issues.
• Assist in the implementation and support of MES systems, PLM systems (e.g., Windchill), and CAD tools.

Basic Qualifications

• Candidate should have a HS Diploma/GED  and 5+ years of prior relevant experience
• 4 years’ experience supporting Electro-Mechanical Assembly and operations with a minimum of 1 year of assembly instruction writing.
• Proficiency in writing clear and concise work instructions.
• Experience using Factory Logix (Aegis) to generate PCBA process plans
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Willingness to be hands-on and support production floor activities.
• Candidate must be a resident of the Northern Alabama area or willingto relocate to the area
• Candidate must have the ability to obtain/maintain a final secret security clearance if required

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in process development, and production support.
• Experience with Solumina, Aegis, Windchill, MES systems, and SolidWorks or other CAD software.
• Familiarity with aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability manufacturing industries.
• Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced environments and lead process improvement initiatives.

At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”

If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.

Original Posting:

January 7, 2026

Pay Range:

Pay Range $59,150.00 - $106,925.00

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.