Description
Leidos' Defense Systems is seeking a talented Program Manager to join the cutting-edge work happening in the Indirect Fire Protection Capability/Force Protection Business Area.
The successful candidate will provide leadership and direction for the day-to-day management of a large Army acquisition program. Responsibilities include:
- Coordinating and overseeing project activities to ensure alignment with program goals and objectives
- Developing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans
- Monitoring program performance and implementing corrective actions as needed
- Acting as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including DoD clients, subcontractors, and team members
- Supporting the development and execution of risk management plans
- Preparing and presenting program status reports and briefings to senior management and DoD clients
- Ensuring compliance with DoD regulations, policies, and procedures
- Fostering a collaborative and productive work environment within the program team
- Orchestrating cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions from conception to launch
The basic qualifications for this role are:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university plus 12-15 years of relevant experience in the defense industry, or Master's with at least 10-13 years of relevant experience
- Proven experience in prototype development, test and support equipment development, and operations and maintenance
- Strong technical background with knowledge of engineering and manufacturing principles
- Excellent project management skills, including the ability to manage complex projects, multitask, and prioritize effectively
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team of professionals
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Experience in risk management, including the ability to identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks to the project
- Experience working with government contracts and regulations
- Must be a US citizen, possess and be able to maintain an active Secret security clearance
- Must be a resident of Huntsville, AL or willing to relocate to the Huntsville, AL area
Preferred qualifications include:
- Experience working on a DoD acquisition program
- Highly organized, demonstrating the ability to work independently in a fast-paced and highly productive work environment
- Background in engineering
- Previous military experience
- Ability to create design documentation, requirements specifications, and other technical documentation
- Extensive understanding of the defense acquisition process
The pay range for this position is $116,350.00 - $210,325.00.