Technical Projects Manager

Leidos; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Location in Northern Virginia

Competitive pay range disclosed

Job summary

Leidos in Northern Virginia is seeking a Technical Projects Manager to oversee the INVICTA program, guiding multi-year efforts and ensuring execution aligns with mission goals. The role entails liaison with engineering, product, and stakeholders across complex DoD projects, with a path to hybrid work based on business needs.

Ideal candidates will have DoD program leadership experience, strong communication, and the ability to manage large, multi-domain initiatives while maintaining security

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field plus 12+ years of experience or Master’s with 10+ years.
• Active DoD Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret SCI clearance.
• Proven experience leading mid to large DoD projects and delivering program commitments.
• Understanding of AI applications in solving technical challenges.
• Experience guiding multiple projects with Agile, traditional, and hybrid methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Drives complex projects: initiates, oversees planning and execution of complex, interdependent technical programs.
• Technical alignment: ensures teams align with technical mission outcomes.
• Risk management: identifies, mitigates, and removes bottlenecks to keep projects on track.
• Cross-functional coordination: acts as central facilitator between engineering, product, and stakeholders.
• On-contract growth: pursues opportunities to expand contract scope.
• Oversee multiple projects: ensures interoperability and engineering standards.
• Support the Program Manager: acts as Program Manager when required.
• Provide metrics and deliver senior-level briefings to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional coordination

Program management

Technical oversight

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical discipline

Master’s degree

PMP/DAWIA certification

Tools

PM tools

DoD PM processes

Job description

Description

Join a team committed to a mission!

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Are you ready for your next career challenge?

Leidos is seeking a Technical Projects Manager to support the Army G2 (FEDSIM) Integrated, Next-Generation, Versatile, Intelligence, Capabilities, Technologies & Applications (INVICTA) Program, an $800M IDIQ providing advanced Situational Awareness applications and technologies to enhance MDO and improve C2 operations and C2 countermeasures (c-C2). This role serves as the primary technical oversight manager for a complex range of Task Orders, ensuring successful stand-up and overseeing execution.The Technical Projects Manager will support the Program Manager in driving technical execution, the employment of engineering and project management best practices , and strategic planning.

the role will initially be located at a Leidos site in Northern Virginia and may transition to a hybrid‑remote work arrangement based on business needs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Drives Complex Projects: Initiates, oversees planning and execution of complex, often interdependent, technical programs.
• Technical Alignment: Understands emerging technologies and approaches, to ensure teams align with technical mission outcomes
• Risk Management: Identifies, mitigates, and removes bottlenecks/roadblocks/obstacles to keep technical projects on track.
• Cross-functional Coordination: Acts as a central facilitator and , reliable source of truth between engineering, product, and non-technical stakeholders.
• On Contract Growth: Proven experience identifying and closing On Contract Growth opportunities.
• Will network in the intelligence and operational communities to bring new capabilities to new mission partners.
• Oversee multiple projects to ensure interoperability and engineering standards are met.
• Support the Program Manager in managing the large portfolio of projects. Serve as acting Program Manager when required.
• Support the Program’s Chief Engineer as directed by ensuring engineering discipline, standards and interoperability across domains and among mission partners.
• Provide and use metrics from program plans, roadmaps, and performance historical data to provide technical guidance, ensuring program execution success.
• Prepares and delivers program/project senior‑level briefings and deliverables.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical discipline and 12 or more years of relevant experience or Masters degree with 10 or more years of experience.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance required and ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret SCI security clearance after starting in the role and maintain that clearance during your employment under this position.
• Proven experience leading mid to large DoD projects, specifically Cost Plus in structure, proven proficiency in executing and successfully delivering program financials, technical, and schedule business commitments.
• Understanding of AI implementation and applications in solving technical challenges.
• History of successfully leading and managing multiple project(s) of varying complexity, innovation/R&D, and services.
• Demonstrate an understanding of project management methodologies, including traditional, Agile, and hybrid.
• Demonstrated leadership of cross functional teams.
• Knowledge of multi-domain operations and Army G-2 modernization challenges and priorities.
• Ability to successfully engage with Army G-2 and other joint warfighting partners on the employment of new technologies to enhance multi-domain situational awareness.
• Ability to gain internal consensus and influence change, operate independently, conceive new and innovative ideas and solutions, and determine courses of action, based on the situation.
• Strong communication (oral and written) and customer-facing skills.
• U.S. citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret SCI security clearance
• Master’s degree or PMP/DAWIA certification.
• Experience managing programs >$500M
• Familiarity with Leidos PM processes and tools

Desired Background

• Experience with Army G‑2, C5ISR, INSCOM, or intelligence modernization programs
• Background in Multi-Domain C2, ISR, data architectures, AI/ML.

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Original Posting:

August 19, 2026

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, 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.