Engineering Program Manager in Tewksbury

Energy Jobline ZR; Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Engineering Program Manager to join our engineering team and drive hardware or software development projects from concept to production. You will collaborate across Product Line Management, Engineering, Services and Manufacturing to translate requirements into actionable plans and manage the program schedule and budget.

The role requires strong planning, risk management, and the ability to communicate complex tech concepts to non-technical stakeholders while maintaining

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Engineering or similar field.
• 3+ years of program management experience involving hardware and software.
• Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for project scope, schedule and budget.
• Drive engineering and cross-functional teams to meet program objectives.
• Lead New Product Introduction lifecycle phases from requirements to production.
• Lead program and technical meetings and gate reviews.
• Identify and manage program risks.
• Prioritize team efforts to meet schedule.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Explain technical challenges to non-technical audiences.

Skills

PMP certification

Agile software development

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Education

BS/BA in Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering or similar

Job description

Job Description

Description

Leidos’ Security Enterprise Solutions operation is seeking an Engineering Program Manager to join our innovative engineering team to develop novel solutions that make travel safer and more efficient on a global level. The program manager will work directly with Product Line Management, Engineering, Services and Manufacturing to understand internal and external customer requirements, develop program plans and drive the program on schedule and budget. This is a great opportunity for an Engineering Program Manager with a background in product development and a passion for engineering toplan and manage engineering design and development projects involving hardware or software solutions in a diverse and collaborative product development environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for project scope, schedule and budget
• Drive both the engineering team, as well as the cross-functional team to achieve program objectives.
• Lead the team through the New Product Introduction lifecycle phases including requirements, concept development, design reviews, V&V and release to production.
• Lead program meetings, technical meetings, program reviews and gate reviews.
• Work with the team to identify and manage program risks
• Prioritize team efforts to meet the program schedule
• Lead and influence cross-functional teams to accomplish program goals.
• Communicate regularly and clearly to internal and external program stakeholders
• Be able to explain technical challenges and risks to a non-technical audience

Basic Qualifications:

• BS/BA in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar and 3+ years of experience.
• Previous experience as a program manager involving hardware and software development
• Strong planning skills including defining requirements, time estimating, stakeholder at each phase of project, documentation, and testing
• Broad Engineering background sufficient to analyze design data related to electrical, software, mechanical, and physical science disciplines. Position requires working with subject matter experts to make design trade-offs with respect to cost and performance.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills are required for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
• Highly motivated, resourceful and creative solution finder
• US Citizenship required

Qualifications:

• PMP certification
• Experience with Agile software development practice
• Experience working with teams on product development of algorithms, imaging systems or trace analysis systems, software and network solutions
• Hands-on design engineering experience with the development, and production of electronics equipment for use in medical devices, government security and/or military applications, or similar

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Original Posting:

September 16, 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 $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

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.

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.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , citizenship, , physical or mental , medical condition, genetic information, , family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, , 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.