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Program Manager
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What they do
A Program Manager manages ongoing program activity or a group of related projects for a company or organization. Responsibilities include developing program plans, defining project objectives, allocating resources, managing budgets, and monitoring program progress. They may work in production, administration, advertising/marketing, human resources, technology, finance, and other technical areas such as engineering.
$147,515 / year median in Oklahoma
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities Include:
Provide leadership and direction for the day-to-day management of a large Army acquisition program Coordinate and oversee project activities, ensuring they align with program goals and objectives. Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans. Monitor program performance and implement corrective actions as needed to ensure project success. Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including DoD clients, subcontractors, and team members. Support the development and execution of risk management plans. Prepare and present program status reports and briefings to senior management and DoD clients. Ensure compliance with DoD regulations, policies, and procedures. Foster a collaborative and productive work environment within the program team. Ability to orchestrate cross functional teams to ensure high quality solutions are delivered from conception to launchBasic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university plus 12-15 years of relevant experience in the defense industry or Masters with at least 10-13 years of relevant experience in the defense industry. 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 areaPreferred Qualifications:
Experience working on a DoD acquisition program Highly organized, demonstrating the ability to work independently at times due to 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 defense acquisition process. 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:
September 8, 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 $116,350.00 - $210,325.00 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. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at . 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-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.
Benefits
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Dental Insurance