Program Manager

Description

The EW Division of Leidos is looking for a Program Manager to join our cross-functional engineering team using innovative technology to develop truly novel communications systems solutions for the US Navy. This is a great opportunity for a program manager with a background in product development and manufacturing to; 1) plan and 2) manage design, development, and manufacturing projects involving antenna and transceiver systems in a diverse and collaborative environment. You will be part of a high powered, collegial, and ethical team, performing vital work that has a major impact within the US Navy. You will be constantly learning new skills and be encouraged and supported to develop the career you want to achieve. The hallmark of Leidos is empowered employees doing meaningful work.

Primary Responsibilities.

• Managing of ACAT I program(s) profit and loss (P&L), costs, scheduling, quality and timely delivery of products and services.

• Leading a team through complete lifecycle phases including requirements, concept development, design reviews, validation and verification, and release to production using established formal IEEE systems engineering process.

• Managing relationships between customers, technical staff, and supply chain.

Basic Qualifications.

• US Citizenship required. Must have an active Secret security clearance, or ability to obtain.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience) with approximately 8-12 years of relevant professional experience, including 4-8 years of direct program management experience, preferably within a defense contracting environment.

• Must have Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) experience. This experience must include knowledge of pick-n-place, conformal coating, environmental test, acceptance test, module/box/systems build operations.

• Strong planning skills including defining requirements, time estimating, communicating progress to stakeholders at each phase of project, documentation, and testing.

• Demonstrated skills in all areas of business development including opportunity qualification, capture strategy, customer visits, customer relationship development, relationship development with competitors, team leadership, etc.

• Strong network with NAVSEA, PEO IWS, PEO C4I and their NAVY Support Labs in Dahlgren and CRANE.

• Familiarity with the DOD/DON acquisitions process and experience in supporting large programs and/or experience with US Navy, DOD, and commercial maritime surface ships.

• Must have a deep understanding of technical, financial, budgeting, programmatic, and personnel management for government systems development and production contracts.

• Proficiency in standard MS Office suite.

Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.

We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don't wear capes (they're a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for "how it's always been done."

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.

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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 www.Leidos.com.

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 www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

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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.