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Description
About Leidos Gibbs & Cox
Leidos Gibbs & Cox is the largest independent naval architecture and marine engineering firm in the United States. Since our founding in 1929, 24 classes of combatants and nearly 7,000 vessels have been built to Gibbs & Cox designs. We proudly support military and commercial clients in the U.S. and internationally through all phases of marine design, construction, and lifecycle management. Our passion is solving our customers’ 21st century maritime challenges with quality and integrity.
Combat System Test & Trials Engineer
Position Overview
The Combat System Test & Trials Engineer will play a key role in planning, coordinating, and executing verification, validation, and acceptance trials for the Canadian Surface Combatant — Canada’s first warship program in over 20 years.
Working at Irving Shipbuilding’s engineering facility and shipyard in Halifax, Nova Scotia, this role supports the successful testing and integration of complex naval systems to ensure operational performance, safety, and compliance with NATO standards, classification society rules, and customer requirements.
This position offers hands-on involvement in land-based, dockside, and at-sea trials while partnering closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, naval authorities, shipyard personnel, and equipment suppliers.
Location:
This role is onsite in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and candidates available to work onsite full time are preferred. A rotational schedule may also be considered for candidates open to a six-weeks-onsite/six-weeks-remote arrangement.
Key Responsibilities
Test Planning & Documentation
Develop and maintain Test & Trials Plans and strategies for ship systems and integrated platforms
Define test procedures aligned with NATO standards (e.g., STANAGs) and project requirements
Prepare Test Readiness Reviews (TRR) and acceptance documentation
Execution of Trials
Lead and participate in:
Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
Land-Based Testing
Harbour Acceptance Tests (HATs)
Sea Acceptance Trials (SATs)
Builder’s and Commissioning Trials
Additional responsibilities include:
Coordinating onboard testing activities across multiple systems, including combat systems, propulsion, navigation, and communications
Planning for and ensuring safe execution of trials in accordance with naval and regulatory requirements
Systems Integration & Verification
Verify system performance against specifications and operational requirements
Support integration of:
Combat Management Systems (CMS)
Radar, sonar, and weapon systems
Platform systems, including power, propulsion, HVAC, and auxiliary systems
Identify deficiencies and support resolution efforts with engineering teams
Data Collection & Analysis
Collect, analyze, and interpret test data
Produce detailed test reports, including findings, anomalies, and recommendations
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions
Stakeholder Coordination
Collaborate with:
Shipyard teams
OEMs and subcontractors
Naval customer representatives
Classification societies
Additional responsibilities include:
Supporting customer demonstrations and acceptance processes
Compliance & Standards
Ensure compliance with:
NATO standards (STANAGs)
Naval regulations and safety requirements
Classification rules (e.g., Lloyd’s Register, DNV, ABS)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Systems Engineering. Equivalent hands-on experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
10+ years of experience in:
Naval shipbuilding, marine systems, or defense programs
Installation, testing, commissioning, or trials of complex systems
Experience with surface combatants or military vessels
Knowledge of naval systems, including:
Propulsion and power generation
Combat and sensor systems
Integrated Platform Management Systems (IPMS)
Familiarity with NATO standards and defense procurement processes
Strong understanding of systems engineering and integration principles
Experience with test instrumentation and data acquisition tools
Familiarity with IBM DOORS
Comfortable working in office, shipyard, and onboard naval vessel environments, including confined spaces, heights, and varying weather conditions
Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with NATO naval programs or allied fleets
Certification in Systems Engineering (e.g., INCOSE)
Sea-going experience or naval background
Familiarity with risk management and safety case development
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
May 13, 2026
For 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 $92,300.00 - $166,850.00
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.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit .
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at .
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at .
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission .
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
Description
About Leidos Gibbs & Cox
Leidos Gibbs & Cox is the largest independent naval architecture and marine engineering firm in the United States. Since our founding in 1929, 24 classes of combatants and nearly 7,000 vessels have been built to Gibbs & Cox designs. We proudly support military and commercial clients in the U.S. and internationally through all phases of marine design, construction, and lifecycle management. Our passion is solving our customers’ 21st century maritime challenges with quality and integrity.
Combat System Test & Trials Engineer
Position Overview
The Combat System Test & Trials Engineer will play a key role in planning, coordinating, and executing verification, validation, and acceptance trials for the Canadian Surface Combatant — Canada’s first warship program in over 20 years.
Working at Irving Shipbuilding’s engineering facility and shipyard in Halifax, Nova Scotia, this role supports the successful testing and integration of complex naval systems to ensure operational performance, safety, and compliance with NATO standards, classification society rules, and customer requirements.
This position offers hands-on involvement in land-based, dockside, and at-sea trials while partnering closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, naval authorities, shipyard personnel, and equipment suppliers.
Location:
This role is onsite in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and candidates available to work onsite full time are preferred. A rotational schedule may also be considered for candidates open to a six-weeks-onsite/six-weeks-remote arrangement.
Key Responsibilities
Test Planning & Documentation
Develop and maintain Test & Trials Plans and strategies for ship systems and integrated platforms
Define test procedures aligned with NATO standards (e.g., STANAGs) and project requirements
Prepare Test Readiness Reviews (TRR) and acceptance documentation
Execution of Trials
Lead and participate in:
Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
Land-Based Testing
Harbour Acceptance Tests (HATs)
Sea Acceptance Trials (SATs)
Builder’s and Commissioning Trials
Additional responsibilities include:
Coordinating onboard testing activities across multiple systems, including combat systems, propulsion, navigation, and communications
Planning for and ensuring safe execution of trials in accordance with naval and regulatory requirements
Systems Integration & Verification
Verify system performance against specifications and operational requirements
Support integration of:
Combat Management Systems (CMS)
Radar, sonar, and weapon systems
Platform systems, including power, propulsion, HVAC, and auxiliary systems
Identify deficiencies and support resolution efforts with engineering teams
Data Collection & Analysis
Collect, analyze, and interpret test data
Produce detailed test reports, including findings, anomalies, and recommendations
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions
Stakeholder Coordination
Collaborate with:
Shipyard teams
OEMs and subcontractors
Naval customer representatives
Classification societies
Additional responsibilities include:
Supporting customer demonstrations and acceptance processes
Compliance & Standards
Ensure compliance with:
NATO standards (STANAGs)
Naval regulations and safety requirements
Classification rules (e.g., Lloyd’s Register, DNV, ABS)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Systems Engineering. Equivalent hands-on experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
10+ years of experience in:
Naval shipbuilding, marine systems, or defense programs
Installation, testing, commissioning, or trials of complex systems
Experience with surface combatants or military vessels
Knowledge of naval systems, including:
Propulsion and power generation
Combat and sensor systems
Integrated Platform Management Systems (IPMS)
Familiarity with NATO standards and defense procurement processes
Strong understanding of systems engineering and integration principles
Experience with test instrumentation and data acquisition tools
Familiarity with IBM DOORS
Comfortable working in office, shipyard, and onboard naval vessel environments, including confined spaces, heights, and varying weather conditions
Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with NATO naval programs or allied fleets
Certification in Systems Engineering (e.g., INCOSE)
Sea-going experience or naval background
Familiarity with risk management and safety case development
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
May 13, 2026
For 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 $92,300.00 - $166,850.00
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.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit .
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at .
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at .
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission .
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.