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Site Lead - TS/SCI with Poly

3 days ago Colorado Springs, CO

CO Salary Range: USD 126,100.00 - 227,950.00 per year

Description

The Leidos Ratchet Launch program is seeking a collaborative and forward thinking Site Lead to support a client's requirements in a challenging, dynamic setting located at Schriever SFB, CO. The Site Lead will serve as the primary interface between Leidos and the on-site customer for required project status information, tasking, risk management, coordination, staffing, scheduling and problem resolution. This position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance with a polygraph as well as launch support experience. Want to be a part of creating innovative solutions, ready to tackle your next challenge - then we want you on our team.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for all aspects of managing program execution at the site to include but not limited to training, scheduling, work completion and quality.
  • Lead/manage a team that provides mission critical support to the Ratchet Launch program.
  • Managing all staffing as well as the technical execution of program activities at the assigned customer site and associated tail sites.
  • This position acts as the primary program representative at the site; collaborates with site government and military POCs.
  • Ensures the availability of launch communications systems and equipment by managing all aspects of comprehensive and proactive support.
  • Ensures the team performs all launch communications activities flawlessly and with customer focus
  • Coordinates with other maintenance, operations and engineering contract leaders as required and ensures compliance with all customer and regulatory requirements.
  • Work closely with the Ratchet Launch Program Management Office (PMO).

Basic Qualifications:

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below

  • US citizen with current TS/SCI with polygraph.
  • Requires a BA/BS or equivalent experience and 8+ years or prior relevant experience or Masters with 6+ years of prior relevant experience.
  • Generally has 4+ years of experience supervising or leading teams or projects.
  • Proven leadership experience with constructive, collaborative approach
  • Exceptional staff and customer relationship management skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively and constructively with other leaders
  • Proven experience with the following program management disciplines:
  • Project management
  • Financial management of complex government contracts
  • Contracts and/or subcontracts management
  • Enterprise management

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Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration

  • PMP or other project/program management certifications
  • Launch program experience

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Original Posting:

September 23, 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 $126,100.00 - $227,950.00

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.

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Client-provided location(s): Colorado Springs, CO
Job ID: Leidos-R-00167296
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-09-24T18:46:01

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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