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The National Security Sector technology-enabled services and mission software capabilities for defense and intel customers in the areas of cyber, logistics, security operations, and decision analytics.
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Leidos is looking for a Deputy Program Manager (DPM) to support installation and facility operations for the Joint Munitions Command's Operations and Maintenance contract at Hawthorne Army Depot (HWAD) in Nevada. HWAD is a Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated site focused on storage, demilitarization, and maintenance of conventional and non-standard ammunition.
In this role, the DPM will assist the Program Manager in overseeing contract performance and serve as Acting PM when needed. The DPM will focus on managing maintenance activities, equipment and infrastructure, fire and emergency services, IT support, and base operations such as security and grounds maintenance. This position includes monitoring cost, schedule, and risks, while ensuring high-quality deliverables and timely submission of contract proposals and modifications. This position is contingent upon contract award to Leidos.
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Primary Responsibilities:
- Support the PM's efforts to maintain a positive organizational climate with the highest professional and ethical standards.
- Plan, execute, monitor and control personnel and financial resources.
- Ensure that all required actions are adequately planned and that all projects and tasks under the contract run within scope, time, and budget constraints.
- Manage multiple teams led by subordinate managers and/or supervisors, including subcontractor personnel.
- Develops program status reports.
- Interface with senior Government personnel, technical and non-technical staff, subcontractors, and support personnel.
- Support process improvement and innovation.
- As delegated by the Program Manager, has hiring, firing, promotion and reward authority within the HWAD program, in accordance with Leidos policy.
Clearance Required to be considered:
- Active Secret clearance.
Required Experience, Skills, and Education:
- An associate's degree in engineering, science, business, or a related field with at least 15 years of relevant management experience; or a bachelor's degree in one of these fields with a minimum of 8 years of relevant management experience; or a master's degree with at least 6 years of relevant management experience.
- A minimum of 12 years of total experience in installation operations or facility management is required.
- Within the last 10 years, at least 6 years must include direct supervision of 100 or more personnel in installation operations or facility management.
- Within four months of hire, the candidate must demonstrate proficiency in the use of maintenance management and property accountability systems through consistent day-to-day performance.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively at senior levels within a customer organization, including leading stakeholder meetings to develop, review, and execute task plans and deliverables.
- Experience delivering professional briefings to senior customer leadership, stakeholder groups, and company executives.
- Demonstrated application of project management principles, with knowledge of industry best practices such as those outlined in the PMBOK.
- Must have a record of progressively responsible experience managing projects or programs, including profit and loss (P&L) accountability.
- At least 4 years of recent experience serving as a contractor program or project manager on large Department of Defense (DoD) programs with a total value exceeding $150 million.
Desired Experience, Skills, and Education:
- PMI PMP Certification or DAWIA Level III in Program Management.
- Master's degree in engineering, science, business, or related field.
- Prior US Army Materiel Command experience, ideally within the Joint Munitions Command.
Original Posting:
May 16, 2025
For U.S. Positions: 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 $89,700.00 - $162,150.00
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.