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Leidos · 1 day ago

Senior Project Manager

Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$116K/yr - $210K/yr

7+ years exp

Leidos is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support execution on a large, complex defense program of strategic importance to the company. This role is designed for an experienced project leader who can operate with a high degree of autonomy, influence execution planning, and drive alignment across cross-functional teams.

ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead execution of multiple complex projects supporting a major defense program

Define and influence the integrated execution plan that underpins project schedules, cost baselines, and performance commitments, working closely with scheduling and project controls teams

Coordinate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, contracts, quality, logistics, and finance to ensure aligned execution

Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues; develop, track, and drive mitigation actions to closure

Monitor project performance using schedule, cost, and risk indicators; ensure emerging issues are surfaced early with clear recommendations

Prepare concise project status briefings, metrics, and decision-support materials for program and PMO leadership

Support PMO governance, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives across the program portfolio

Provide informal leadership and mentoring to other project managers and execution leads

Qualification

Defense Program ExperienceProject ManagementCross-Functional LeadershipRisk ManagementPMP CertificationTechnical Program ManagementCommunication Skills