Program Manager

Description

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Leidos' Defense Systems Persistent Surveillance Portfolio is seeking a high-performing Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) Control Account Manager (CAM) to support a major Department of Defense radar program delivering multiple radar systems to the U.S. Air Force - including full life-cycle support, logistics, and site activation activities.

As the CLS CAM, you'll work closely with the Program Manager and Integrated Product Teams to ensure successful execution across cost, schedule, and performance while engaging directly with senior government stakeholders, subcontractors, and internal leadership.

This is a high-visibility role critical to national defense priorities.

Primary Responsibilities

Support the Program Manager in overall program leadership, including strategy, execution, and customer engagement.

Manage day-to-day operations across multiple functional teams delivering radar hardware, software, logistics, and site activation services.

Oversee development and execution of the CLS portion of the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and manage CLS CA performance using Earned Value Management (EVM).

Coordinate with USAF stakeholders to align deliveries, operational support, and activation milestones across multiple CONUS / OCONUS sites.

Lead risk management, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Interface with government contracting officers, program leadership, and technical representatives to maintain alignment and compliance.

Support subcontractor management, including oversight of major system and service providers.

Assist with program reviews, customer briefings, data calls, and executive reporting.

Contribute to staffing plans, team leadership development, and a strong program culture.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field and 12+ years of relevant experience in defense program management.

Proven ability to lead cross-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced, technically challenging environment.

Demonstrated experience supporting or leading large-scale DoD acquisition programs.

U.S. Citizenship and active Secret clearance required.

Excellent project management, multitasking, and prioritization skills.

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels.

Experience in risk management and mitigation.

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

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with radar systems, logistics, sustainment, or deployment activities.

Experience interfacing with the U.S. Air Force or other military customers.

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Original Posting : October 23, 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 $116,350.00 - $210,325.00

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 .

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