Portfolio Manager

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 131,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos' Defense Systems seeks a Portfolio Manager to guide the Indirect Fire Protection Capability/Force Protection portfolio in Huntsville, AL. Lead cross-functional teams, drive customer relationships, and shape proposals to meet mission goals while maintaining security standards.

The role requires extensive leadership experience in hardware/software development, DoD program exposure, and an active DoD security clearance. Relocation to North Alabama area is preferred for on-site work.

Qualifications

• Requires a degree and extensive leadership experience with government or defense programs.
• Experience building strategic relationships with customers and industry leaders.
• Proven track record leading hardware/software development teams.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct meetings with program teams to monitor status, guide actions, and resolve issues.
• Interface with customers to foster relationships and identify future opportunities.
• Contribute business expertise to proposals aligning with mission and finances.
• Coordinate with engineering, finance, contracts, growth, and supply chain for timely goals.
• Provide solutions to deficiencies in portfolio planning and execution.
• Drive continuous improvement to boost efficiency, quality, and delivery.

Skills

Relationship building

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic collaboration

Strong communication

DoD security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business

Master's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Description

Leidos' Defense Systems is seeking a talented Portfolio Manager to join in on the cutting‑edge working happening in our Indirect Fire Protection Capability/Force Protection Business Area. Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense 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. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here!

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct one‑on‑one and group meetings with the program teams to check status, provide guidance, and work through any issues to achieve positive outcomes.
• Interface with customers to develop relationships, ensure the highest quality of service, and drive future business opportunities.
• Provide business expertise to proposals, ensuring that submissions align with mission, financial, and Division strategic objectives.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional partners (engineering, finance, contracts, growth, supply chain) to ensure alignment and timely execution of program goals.
• Provide solutions to any identified deficiencies within the planning and execution of the portfolio.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance team efficiency, quality, and overall program execution.

Basic Qualifications

• Candidate must possess at least a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in engineering, business, or an equivalent degree and 12+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10+ years or prior relevant experience. Generally has 7+ years of experience supervising or leading teams or projects.
• Experience building strategic relationships with internal and external customers while collaborating with company / industry leaders to gather cutting edge solutions.
• Demonstrated experience in leading development or production teams to develop hardware / software solutions.
• Twelve or more years of experience in leading cross disciplinary teams of engineers, technicians, and customers to deliver hardware / software solutions.
• Must have strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security clearance. (U.S. citizenship is required)
• Candidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville – North Alabama area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Highly organized and responsive, demonstrating the ability to work both independently and collaboratively due to a fast‑paced and highly productive work environment.
• A background in electrical engineering to provide additional insight with respect to technical challenges.
• Active and current DoD Secret clearance.

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Pay Range

Pay Range $131,300.00 - $237,350.00

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 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.