Deputy Program Manager - Leidos Defense Systems

Leidos Defense Systems Persistent Surveillance Portfolio seeks a dynamic Deputy Program Manager in Huntsville, AL, to drive mission-critical success. Join a team tackling the world's toughest security challenges in land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. With a diverse portfolio including IT, intelligence systems, command/control, geospatial analytics, cybersecurity, and more, Leidos empowers innovative solutions for 'can't fail' DoD missions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Manager in day-to-day program execution.
• Oversee project activities, aligning with technical, schedule, and cost goals.
• Build and track project schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Monitor performance metrics and deploy corrective measures.
• Act as key liaison for DoD clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Lead risk identification, assessment, and mitigation.
• Deliver program briefings and reports to senior leaders and clients.
• Ensure full compliance with DoD policies and procedures.
• Cultivate a high-performing, collaborative team culture.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree + 8-12 years defense experience.
• Active Secret clearance required.
• Expertise in production, fielding, test/support equipment ops/maintenance.
• Technical knowledge of engineering/manufacturing principles.
• Proven project leadership, multitasking, prioritization.
• Strong team motivation and management skills.
• Exceptional communication for all stakeholder levels.
• Risk management proficiency.
• Government contracts experience; Huntsville residency or relocation willingness.

Preferred Qualifications

• Radar program experience.
• Deep defense acquisition process knowledge.
• Engineering background.

Pay Range: $92,300 - $166,850 USD. Leidos outthinks, outbuilds, and outpaces the status quo. Ready to disrupt? Apply now for impact in Huntsville, AL.