Program Manager

Leidos; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 116,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Washington, DC is seeking a Program Manager to lead Navy Foreign Military Sale programs within the Maritime Readiness Division. You will drive contract execution, technical performance, and customer engagement across globally dispersed teams.

The role requires 20+ years in engineering management, USG ship/submarine experience, and an active Secret clearance. You will mentor staff, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS while delivering on cost, schedule, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 20+ years of engineering management experience.
• FMS program experience required.
• Experience managing geographically dispersed/OCONUS environments.
• Strong writing, editing, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in fast-paced settings.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work maritime environments.
• Active Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Balance operational excellence, financial stewardship, risk management and customer satisfaction to deliver capabilities.
• Lead all aspects of contract execution to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
• Serve as primary Government interface (CO, COR) and Leidos leadership.
• Foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and vendors for integrated execution.
• Communicate program status, risks, and solutions to Government stakeholders.
• Prepare and present executive briefings and Government-facing reports.
• Direct planning and resource allocation, including staffing and budgets.
• Lead cost, schedule, and performance management activities.
• Review and approve deliverables prior to Government submission.
• Develop Integrated Program Baselines and resource-loaded schedules.

Skills

Navy/USG leadership

FMS programs

International travel

Technical writing

Distributed teams

Contract performance mgmt

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Description

The Defense Sector is seeking a highly motivated Program Manager to manage programs within the Maritime Readiness Division

The candidate will be responsible for effectively executing a Foreign Military Sale Navy program supporting systems upgrades, sustainment material, systems integration support, training, and other efforts related to the transfer and acquisition, operation, and maintenance of naval systems and vessels. The ideal candidate will possess superior analytical and problem-solving skills, provide strong leadership to a globally dispersed team, and establish solid working relationships with foreign partners and technical staff, as well as our external Government customers.

The Program Manager will provide strategic leadership for contract execution, customer engagement, technical performance, and operational excellence while ensuring successful delivery of cost, schedule, and performance objectives. As the primary interface between Leidos and Government leadership, the successful candidate will guide multidisciplinary teams, foster collaboration, and help deliver innovative capabilities that directly support customer requirements. Additionally, the Program Manager will shape program strategy, build strong customer relationships, lead highly skilled technical teams, and ensure disciplined execution and compliance across every aspect of contract performance.

Primary Responsibilities.

• Directly influence mission success by balancing operational excellence, sound financial stewardship, risk management, and customer satisfaction while delivering critical capabilities to US and International navies.
• Lead all aspects of contract execution to achieve cost, schedule, technical, and performance objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Government Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer's Representative (COR), Government Program Manager, and Leidos leadership.
• Foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and vendor partners to ensure integrated program execution.
• Communicate program status, technical progress, risks, issues, and recommended solutions to Government stakeholders in a timely and transparent manner.
• Prepare and present executive briefings, technical documentation, and Government-facing reports.
• Direct program planning and resource allocation, including staffing, facilities, budgets, and Management Reserve within contractual guidelines.
• Lead cost, schedule, and performance management activities.
• Review and approve financial, technical, and programmatic deliverables prior to Government submission.
• Develop, maintain, and recommend Integrated Program Baselines (IPBs) and resource-loaded schedules that support effective program execution.
• Monitor contract performance and implement corrective actions to maintain program objectives.
• Lead workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention efforts to ensure continuity of operations and sustained program performance.
• Mentor and develop program personnel while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate contractor and subcontractor activities across multiple workstreams to achieve customer objectives.
• Lead program risk management activities by identifying risks, implementing mitigation strategies, and communicating risk posture to Government stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and all contractual and administrative requirements.

Basic Qualifications.

• Bachelor’s degree and 20+ years of prior relevant experience with increasing engineering management responsibility are required, including at least five (5) years of USG ship or submarine construction or repair/overhaul experience
• Demonstrated experience with Foreign Military Sales programs
• Demonstrated experience managing programs with geographically dispersed and/or OCONUS (Outside Continental United States) operating environments.
• Strong technical writing, editing, analytical, and information organization skills, with the ability to communicate complex, technical tasks clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work independently, manage rapidly changing priorities, and effectively lead cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally and work in maritime, industrial, or forward-deployed environments, including visits onboard vessels in port.
• Active Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications.

• Current PMP Certification is preferred.

Original Posting:

October 23, 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 $116,350.00 - $210,325.00

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.