Delivery Manager

Position Summary The Delivery Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing resources to ensure the successful execution and delivery of program objectives within scope, schedule, and budget constraints. This role coordinates across program teams, functional leaders, subcontractors, and support personnel to drive operational performance, customer satisfaction, and successful project outcomes. Responsibilities include overseeing delivery activities, managing program risks and dependencies, monitoring performance metrics, and supporting financial and resource management activities, including elements of budget and P&L accountability. This position leads teams in the development and implementation of new processes, operational plans, and delivery standards that support program and organizational objectives. The Delivery Manager addresses complex operational and program challenges that may impact multiple projects, customers, or functional areas, requiring strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills. The role works collaboratively across technical and business teams to develop effective solutions, improve operational efficiency, and ensure successful program execution and delivery performance. Key Responsibilities Own end-to-end delivery of technical projects and initiatives across the program while tracking KPIs (e.g. On-Time Delivery, quality performance) Drive planning, execution, and tracking of work using Jira or other software tools Manage and maintain delivery backlogs, boards, workflows, and reporting structures Break down high-level requirements into technical tasks Identify and manage risks, dependencies, and blockers (e.g. supply chain) Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure work is properly scoped Act as primary interface between technical teams and stakeholders Track and report delivery metrics (velocity, throughput, cycle time) Continuously improve delivery processes Ensure adherence to governance and reporting standards Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of prior relevant experience or Master's degree with 6+ years of prior relevant experience. Experience as a Technical Delivery Manager or similar role Strong Jira experience for planning and reporting Experience managing cross-functional technical teams Technical background (DevOps, engineering, infrastructure) Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Active SECRET Clearance is required Preferred Qualifications Confluence experience Agile framework familiarity Enterprise delivery experience Release management Pay Range Pay Range $131,300.00 - $237,350.00 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr