International Program Coordinator

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 92,300 - 166,850; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an International Program Coordinator in Huntsville, AL to lead and manage complex international defense programs across government and industry partners. You will own scope, schedule, and budgets, interfacing with foreign partners and subcontractors while ensuring regulatory compliance and successful outcomes.

The role requires extensive international travel (at least 70%), strong leadership, multilingual communication, and a DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, International Relations, Systems Engineering, or a related field and 8–12 years of program management experience
• Master’s degree (preferably in Business Administration, International Relations, Systems Engineering, or a related field) and 6–10 years of program management experience
• Experience with U.S. Government acquisition process including FAR/DFARS compliance and international acquisition frameworks
• Experience managing programs with international scope (FMS, DCS, or other)
• Strong leadership and ability to align cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
• Excellent verbal and written communication with executive leadership
• Multilingual proficiency
• US citizen with active DoD Secret Security Clearance or ability to obtain one
• Willingness to travel internationally at least 70% and reside in Huntsville, AL area

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, secure, and manage resources to achieve international program goals and objectives
• Ensure programs run within scope, time, and budget with direct P&L responsibility
• Interface with leaders, subcontractors, foreign government representatives across countries/time zones
• Lead coordination of government acquisition activities in international environments
• Develop and maintain integrated program schedules, budgets, risk registers, and status reports
• Communicate program status, risks, and recommendations to executive leadership
• Serve as primary contact for international partners and customers
• Travel internationally to support program execution and partner coordination
• Recommend and implement new solutions, processes, policies, and standards

Skills

Multilingual proficiency

Leadership

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s in Business Administration

Bachelor’s in International Relations

Bachelor’s in Systems Engineering

Master’s degree in Business Administration

Master’s degree in International Relations

Master’s degree in Systems Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

Job description

Description

Looking for an Opportunity to Make an Impact?

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are committed to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is grounded in our commitment to do the right thing—for our customers, our people, and our communities. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Your greatest work is ahead!

Leidos' Defense Systems Sector is seeking an International Program Coordinator to support our global defense portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned program management professional with international experience who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced, and mission‑driven environment.

In this role, you will lead and manage complex international defense programs, interfacing government clients, foreign partners, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders across multiple disciplines and geographies. You will own program scope, schedule, and budget while driving results across international boundaries.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos' Defense Systems Sector delivers a broad portfolio of systems, solutions, and services across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace domains for customers worldwide. Our capabilities include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support.

We tackle some of the world's toughest security challenges for customers with mission‑critical needs.

Click here to learn more about Leidos Defense Systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, secure, and manage resources to bring about the successful completion of international program goals and objectives.
• Ensure all programs run within scope, time, and budget constraints, with direct P&L responsibility.
• Interface with task and functional leaders, subcontractors, foreign government representatives, and support personnel across multiple countries and time zones.
• Lead coordination of government acquisition activities in international environments, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and agreements.
• Develop and maintain integrated program schedules, budgets, risk registers, and status reports.
• Communicate program status, risks, and recommendations to executive leadership, both internal and client‑facing.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for international partners and customers, leveraging multilingual capabilities to facilitate effective communication.
• Travel internationally to support program execution, customer engagement, and partner coordination.
• Recommend and implement new solutions, processes, policies, and standards in support of the program's strategic objectives.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Business Administration, International Relations, Systems Engineering, or a related field) and 8–12 years of prior relevant experience in program management – OR – Master’s degree (preferably in Business Administration, International Relations, Systems Engineering, or a related field) and 6–10 years of prior relevant experience in program management
• Demonstrated experience with the U.S. Government acquisition process, including FAR/DFARS compliance and international acquisition frameworks
• Proven experience managing programs with international scope, including foreign military sales (FMS), direct commercial sales (DCS), or other international defense programs
• Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to influence and align cross‑functional teams and external stakeholders
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership on matters of strategic importance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Multilingual proficiency required.
• Must be a US citizen possess and maintain an active DoD Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret clearance.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally a minimum of 70% Must be a resident of Huntsville, AL or willing to locate to the Huntsville, AL area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Program Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent
• Top Secret/SCI
• Experience with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case management and Security Cooperation programs
• Familiarity with NATO standards, Status of Forces Agreements (SOFAs), or other international defense frameworks
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development and management
• Prior experience living or working abroad in a defense or government contracting context
• Fluency in additional languages beyond German and Japanese

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

July 31, 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 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.

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.

REQNUMBER: R-00188519

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.