Laboratory Technician

The Defense Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Laboratory Technician to work at our Picatinny Arsenal, NJ site. The Senior Laboratory Technician will support research, development, test and evaluation (RDT&E) activities on US Army programs. Primary Responsibilities. Participate in the execution of studies that include synthesis, scale-up, and formulation of energetic materials for various applications Support a broad range of studies in support of development of new energetic materials and formulations for additive manufacturing applications Responsible for experimental equipment maintenance, setup and takedown Conduct analysis and testing as directed Collect analytical and test data and prepare reports. Basic Qualifications. High school diploma and 2-4 years of relevant experience in an R D laboratory setting. Familiarity with the operation of scientific laboratory equipment. Excellent organizational and communication skills. U.S. citizenship required. Ability to work in a team-based environment. Preferred Qualifications. Knowledge of energetics and/or additive manufacturing a plus. 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 $48,100.00 - $86,950.00 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. 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 $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.

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