Description
Leidos’ Defense Sector is seeking a Program Manager to oversee and mange defense related programs, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and lead critical initiatives that drive innovation, enhance operational readiness, and support national security objectives.
At Leidos, you'll join a team of innovators tackling some of the world's most critical challenges through cutting-edge technology and bold ideas. We foster a dynamic and collaborative environment where your expertise will directly contribute to mission success, and the significance of your contributions will only be surpassed by the exceptional opportunities for your professional growth and advancement.
This position is contingent upon program award, anticipated late February to mid March.
This posting is for multiple opportunities ranging in years of experience. Level of opportunity, including compensation, will be matched to a candidate’s experience.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage complex Army-related programs, ensuring timely delivery, quality outcomes
- Develop and implement program strategies aligned with military objectives and organizational goals
- Serve as the primary liaison between stakeholders, including military personnel, contractors, and government agencies, fostering collaboration and clear communication
- Monitor program performance, identify risks, and implement proactive mitigation strategies to ensure success.
- Ensure compliance with all application regulations, policies, and standards, maintaining the highest level of integrity and accountability
- Prepare and deliver program reports, briefings, and updates to senior leadership and stakeholders
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field with 5+ or 8+ years of experience OR a Master’s degree with 3+ or 6+ years of experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI.
- Experience with program management and leading a team/project.
- Background in military service or experience within the defense contracting sector.
- Strong understanding of Army Operations, Protocols, and Standards.
- Proven leadership and team management skills, with a track record delivering results in high-pressure environments.
- Excellent communication and impersonal abilities, with the ability to build relationships across diverse teams.
- Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, such as MS Project or Agile frameworks.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced Degree.
- PMP Certification or equivalent.
- Experience with DoD acquisition processes and program lifecycle management.
- Familiarity with military operational planning.
- Knowledge of emerging technologies in defense, such as AI, cybersecurity, and advanced analytics .
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:
January 30, 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 $107,900.00 - $195,050.00
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 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.
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