Portfolio Manager

Koitecc Solutions; Huntsville, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Systems in Huntsville, AL is seeking a seasoned Portfolio Manager to oversee the Indirect Fire Protection and Force Protection programs. You will coordinate with engineering, finance, contracts, growth, and supply chain teams to drive execution and deliver hardware/software solutions for mission-critical systems.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree (or master’s) with extensive leadership experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to obtain a DoD clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or equivalent with 12+ years (or Master’s with 10+ years).
• Experience building strategic relationships with customers and industry leaders.
• Proven experience leading hardware/software development teams.
• 12+ years leading cross-disciplinary teams of engineers, technicians, and customers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one and group meetings with program teams to monitor status and guide issues.
• Interface with customers to build relationships and drive future opportunities.
• Provide business expertise to proposals aligning with mission and division goals.
• Coordinate with cross-functional partners to ensure alignment and timely execution.
• Provide solutions to deficiencies in planning and execution of the portfolio.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to boost team efficiency and quality.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or equivalent

Master’s degree preferred

Job 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.

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.

Original Posting:

September 8, 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 $131,300.00 - $237,350.00

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.