Deputy Program Manager - Cross-Functional Engineering Programs Lead

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

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.