Technical Manager - Data Transmission Systems Lead

Leidos Inc; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Technical Manager to lead the Data Transmissions Systems Product Team on the AEGIS contract at Kennedy Space Center. The role requires deep technical knowledge, program leadership, and proven personnel management to drive performance and improve operations.

The position involves supervising staff, coordinating staffing needs, and ensuring project success through effective delegation and collaboration with cross-functional groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of prior relevant experience.
• Ability to delegate and track multiple projects at the same time.
• Ability to develop, motivate, and effectively manage the workforce.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to work as a team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting senior management in determining staffing requirements.
• Interviewing, selecting, and training staff.
• Managing reporting staff according to overall company policy or applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Establishing group goals and objectives.
• Developing staff to maximize potential.
• Planning, assigning, and delegating work duties to employees.
• Allocating use of available resources.
• Handling employee complaints, grievances, and employee discipline when necessary.
• Evaluating current business processes and systems.
• Planning and implementing procedures and systems to maximize operating efficiency.
• Formulating department/unit policies and practices.
• Monitoring work orders and ensuring systems are up-to-date and accurate.
• Utilizing ISite and/or comparable budget/financial applications to track work package workflows for materials and budgets.
• Responsible for the achievement of contract/department/division productivity and quality goals.
• Identifying issues and collaborating with other functional groups to come up with creative plans to deliver on projects.

Skills

Staff management

Delegation

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Technical Manager to lead the Data Transmissions Systems Product Team on the AEGIS contract at Kennedy Space Center. The role requires deep technical knowledge, program leadership, and proven personnel management to drive performance and improve operations.

The position involves supervising staff, coordinating staffing needs, and ensuring project success through effective delegation and collaboration with cross-functional groups.