Project Manager

Job Description

Description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

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Leidos Defense Manufacturing Sector is seeking a Project Manager to join our team located in Huntsville, Alabama.  This position will support a critical air defense program by overseeing, coordinating and managing projects needed to scale manufacturing capability at our existing Leidos Manufacturing facilities in Huntsville, Alabama.  The Project Manager is responsible for ensuring requirements and milestones are being met. Duties include developing budgets and schedules to meet contractual / project requirements for a defined portion of a program. The Project Manager will also contribute to establishing and defining program plan requirements, delivery timeline, key performance indicators, including monitoring and reporting performance, to ensure that contractual, cost and schedule objectives are met.

This position will report to the Manufacturing Operations Director and will work with the manufacturing, functional support and program teams to ensure projects are executed and meet objectives.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Defense Systems Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here!

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Primary Responsibilities

Develop resource loaded project schedules and managing the tasks, dependencies, and risks to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Oversee and coordinate multiple projects while monitoring and managing risks.

Collaborate with the manufacturing facility teams, including functional support teams, subject matter experts, contracts, subcontracts, finance and security, to ensure projects are executed efficiently and meet cost, performance, and schedule objectives.

Set project goals, develop plans to meet those goals and report status throughout the project lifecycle.

Brief and present project plans to key stakeholders.

Organize meetings to discuss project goals and progress.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with at least 4 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Demonstrated success in working with leadership to understand and define resource needs of your project.

Experience in performing project audits; monitor / tracking of corrective actions; managing process improvement; performing process checks on internal procedures; and reviewing contract deliverables.

Demonstrated success in multi-tasking, self-assigning work, and functioning in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Proficiency with MS Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, SharePoint, and PowerPoint).

Prior experience managing complex projects to include scope baselining, budgeting, scheduling, and performance monitoring / reporting.

Candidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.

Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance OR meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated expertise in Lean principles, manufacturing metrics, and continuous improvement.

Familiarity with Deltek Costpoint accounting software is a plus.

Familiarity with Solumina MES software is a plus.

Familiarity with Agile or Windchill PLM software is a plus.

Strong personnel, planning, and project management skills.

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”

If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.

Original Posting : October 30, 2025

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 $72,150.00 - $130,425.00

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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If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Descrimination

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.