Deputy Program Manager

Leidos; United States; On-site; USD 92,300 - 166,850; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to lead and manage complex engineering-focused programs in the United States. The successful candidate will oversee program operations, align teams, and drive performance across cost, schedule, and quality metrics.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, along with over 8 years of program management experience. The candidate will contribute to technical solutions and ensure compliance with key organizational standards.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of program or project management experience in a technical engineering environment.
• Proven success in managing complex, multi-disciplinary programs.
• Strong understanding of the engineering lifecycle processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day program operations and ensure strategic alignment.
• Monitor program performance and drive corrective actions.
• Serve as a communication hub between customers and technical teams.

Skills

Program management

Technical leadership

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Cost management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

Position Summary

Step into a mission-driven leadership role where technical excellence meets strategic execution. As the Deputy Program Manager, you'll partner with the Program Manager to drive the success of complex, engineering-focused programs that directly support critical customer missions. This role is central to orchestrating cross‑functional teams, ensuring technical rigor, managing risk, and delivering high‑performance results across cost, schedule, and quality. You'll serve as a trusted leader and integrator—translating technical insights into actionable plans, aligning diverse teams, and keeping programs on track in fast‑moving, high‑visibility environments. If you thrive at the intersection of engineering, operations, and program leadership, this is where you can make a measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day program operations and ensure seamless alignment with strategic objectives.
• Partner with engineering, technical, and operational teams to deliver fully integrated solutions.
• Monitor program performance across cost, schedule, and technical baselines; drive corrective actions when needed.
• Support the development and execution of program plans, schedules, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks while maintaining robust risk registers and mitigation strategies.
• Serve as a communication hub between customers, leadership, and technical teams, ensuring clarity and alignment.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, organizational policies, and quality standards.
• Contribute to proposal development, including technical inputs, staffing strategies, and cost estimates.
• Develop Statements of Work (SOWs) and documentation to guide and evaluate subcontractor performance.
• Collaborate with operations, finance, and contracts/subcontracts teams to manage a large CPFF contract effectively.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of program or project management experience in a technical or engineering environment.
• Proven success supporting or managing complex, multi‑disciplinary programs.
• Strong understanding of engineering lifecycle processes (systems engineering, software development, hardware integration).
• Demonstrated ability to manage cost, schedule, and performance in dynamic environments.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification or equivalent.
• Leadership experience managing geographically dispersed teams of 20+ personnel.
• Experience supporting complex defense programs, particularly with the U.S. Air Force.
• Familiarity with Agile, DevSecOps, or systems engineering frameworks.
• Strong problem‑solving, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences.

Pay Range

Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

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.