Lead Systems Engineering Section Manager

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is hiring a Systems Engineering Section Manager for the Huntsville, AL office. You will lead a team of direct-report Systems Engineers within a matrix organization, while maintaining your technical commitments across multiple programs.

You will tailor staffing plans, guide career development, and ensure alignment with Leidos policies. The role requires DoD Secret clearance and an ABET-accredited engineering degree, with a preference for MS in System Engineering.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree with 8+ years experience
• Experience leading cross-discipline teams
• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Strong communication and teamwork across teams

Responsibilities

• Track long-term staffing of direct reports and their careers
• Check in with direct reports weekly or biweekly
• Coordinate with technical supervisors
• Track equipment requests and office space
• Report status to Branch Manager weekly
• Interview new SE Branch candidates
• Onboard new employees and train on Leidos policies
• Counsel employees with performance issues

Skills

Team leadership

Requirements derivation

Verification planning

DoD clearance

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

MS in System Engineering

Tools

DOORS

JAMA

Cameo/MagicDraw

Job description

Leidos is hiring a Systems Engineering Section Manager for the Huntsville, AL office. You will lead a team of direct-report Systems Engineers within a matrix organization, while maintaining your technical commitments across multiple programs.

You will tailor staffing plans, guide career development, and ensure alignment with Leidos policies. The role requires DoD Secret clearance and an ABET-accredited engineering degree, with a preference for MS in System Engineering.