Naval Waterfront Programs Manager

Leidos; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Waterfront Manager in the Defense Sector to oversee waterfront modernization, maintenance, and repair for a Foreign Military Sale Navy program. The role supports equipment upgrades, training, and systems integration on naval vessels with export requirements.

The position requires leadership of on-site waterfront teams, adherence to technical requirements, and coordination across shipyards, Government stakeholders, and contractors.

Qualifications

• 10+ years managing complex USG ship/subsystem projects.
• Naval shipbuilding/overhaul in shipyards incl. managing diverse teams.
• Experience with Foreign Military Sales programs.
• Logistics management for dispersed/OCONUS environments.
• Strong written communication and ability to convey technical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day waterfront execution for ship/submarine/combat systems work.
• Interface with shipyard, government, ship's force, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Coordinate a diverse waterfront workforce across trades and disciplines.
• Develop and monitor production schedules and resource needs.
• Coordinate installation, testing, maintenance, and modernization activities.
• Track progress and address schedule, technical, material, and access issues.
• Lead issue resolution with program management and government stakeholders.
• Support planning meetings, reviews, and status meetings; track actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and contractual requirements.
• Provide leadership with timely waterfront progress, risks, and mitigations.

Skills

Technical writing

Analytical skills

Information organization

Independent work

Leadership of cross-functional teams

Travel internationally

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP Certification

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Waterfront Manager in the Defense Sector to oversee waterfront modernization, maintenance, and repair for a Foreign Military Sale Navy program. The role supports equipment upgrades, training, and systems integration on naval vessels with export requirements.

The position requires leadership of on-site waterfront teams, adherence to technical requirements, and coordination across shipyards, Government stakeholders, and contractors.