Description
Leidos Defense Systems Sector is seeking a talented Engineering Department Manager candidate to lead multidisciplinary team of systems, integration and test engineers in our Huntsville, AL location. We provide a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions. The ideal candidate will thrive in a learning environment that encourages leadership and technical growth.
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Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for planning, organizing, securing and managing Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (SEIT) resources to support the successful completion of the Leidos Defense Sector program goals and objectives. The role is also responsible for the career development of the workforce as well as developing processes that improve the SEIT function. Duties include supporting new business development, proposal support, mentoring, resource planning, and personnel challenges. This role interfaces with functional leaders, executive leadership, program managers, human resources and compensation. The role supports the Engineering Directorate for Land Systems, which provides engineering resources across the full portfolio.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Information Systems or from an ABET-accredited institution
- 12+ years with BS degree, 10+ years with MS degree or 8+ years with PhD
- Experienced in product development for defense department systems to the government
- 7+ years experience managing multidisciplined teams or managing projects
- Demonstrated experience leading both teams and leaders of teams
- Demonstrated ability to manage engineering resources and prioritize project work effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills interacting with internal teams, executives, and external stakeholders.
- Candidates must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area
- Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance or meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters in Engineering or MBA preferred
- Previous systems engineering, integration and test experience
- Previous program or project management experience
- Experience in implementing and improving engineering processes and workflows to enhance team productivity and product quality
- Experience in developing and executing long-term strategic plans for engineering teams, aligning with organizational goals
Original Posting Date:
2025-01-13
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 $148,850.00 - $269,075.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.