Senior Radar Production Program Lead (DoD)

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Huntsville, AL is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a high-profile radar production program transitioning from development to full-rate production. You will manage manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and customer challenges, delivering on-time, within budget, and to contractual standards.

The role requires strong leadership of cross-functional teams, finance oversight, risk management, and timely decision-making in a fast-paced defense environment.

Qualifications

• BA/BS or equivalent plus 8+ years' experience (or MS with 6+ years).
• Direct responsibility for program financial performance (P&L, EAC).
• Leadership on defense, aerospace, or government programs.
• Ability to lead in fast-paced environments with changing priorities.
• Strong executive presence and communication.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience managing production/manufacturing programs.
• Experience engaging senior government and corporate leaders.
• US Citizenship and active DoD Secret clearance.
• Residency in Huntsville, AL or willingness to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of program execution, including cost, schedule, technical performance, contractual requirements, and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain full program financial responsibility, including P&L, forecasting, EAC, and financial performance.
• Lead cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, contracts, and finance.
• Drive production planning and execution, ensuring manufacturing readiness, material availability, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Identify and manage program risks, resolve complex technical and operational issues, and drive timely decisions.
• Serve as the primary program interface with the U.S. Marine Corps customer, maintaining strong relationships and effectively managing customer expectations.
• Engage confidently with senior government customers, military leadership, and Leidos executive leadership.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for program growth, additional production orders, and follow-on work.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Cross-functional teams

Communication

Financial management

Risk management

Education

BA/BS or MS

Job description

Leidos in Huntsville, AL is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a high-profile radar production program transitioning from development to full-rate production. You will manage manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and customer challenges, delivering on-time, within budget, and to contractual standards.

The role requires strong leadership of cross-functional teams, finance oversight, risk management, and timely decision-making in a fast-paced defense environment.