Head of Engineering Programme Management

Leidos’ Security Enterprise Solutions operation is seeking an Engineering Program Manager to join our innovative engineering team to develop novel solutions that make travel safer and more efficient on a global level. The program manager will work directly with Product Line Management, Engineering, Services and Manufacturing to understand internal and external customer requirements, develop program plans and drive the program on schedule and budget. This is a great opportunity for an Engineering Program Manager with a background in product development and a passion for engineering to plan and manage engineering design and development projects involving hardware or software solutions in a diverse and collaborative product development environment.

Responsible for project scope, schedule and budget

Work with the team to identify and manage program risks

Be able to explain technical challenges and risks to a non-technical audience

BS/BA in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or similar and 3+ years of experience.

Previous experience as a program manager involving hardware and software development

Strong planning skills including defining requirements, time estimating, stakeholder at each phase of project, documentation, and testing

Broad Engineering background sufficient to analyze design data related to electrical, software, mechanical, and physical science disciplines. Position requires working with subject matter experts to make design trade-offs with respect to cost and performance.

Highly motivated, resourceful and creative solution finder

PMP certification

Experience with Agile software development practice

Experience working with teams on product development of algorithms, imaging systems or trace analysis systems, software and network solutions

Hands-on design engineering experience with the development, and production of electronics equipment for use in medical devices, government security and/or military applications, or similar

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.

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. 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. Securing Your Data

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