Deputy Department Manager

Description

Leidos Defense Systems delivers innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customer’s success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

We are seeking a Deputy Manager to join our team. As the Deputy Department Manager, you’ll support the Rapid Integration and Development Department Manager in the department’s day to day activities by (1) influencing department personnel to exceed expectations in their roles, (2) implement successful processes to increase employee morale ensuring on time delivery and (3) innovate with department staff in anticipating the needs of our customers and providing solutions.

Overall, you will support in the Rapid Integration and Prototyping Department in pioneering innovation through agile methodologies and cutting-edge technologies. We strive to accelerate the development cycle by fostering a collaborative environment where creativity thrives, and ideas flourish. Our mission is to streamline integration processes and prototype solutions swiftly, enabling our organization to adapt, iterate, and lead in an ever-evolving landscape. Through relentless dedication to excellence and a relentless pursuit of efficiency, we aim to deliver transformative solutions that exceed expectations and drive meaningful impact for our customers.

Primary Responsibilities

The Deputy Department Manager will:

• Support department personnel by identifying gaps in processes, reporting and staffing.
• Provide leadership to department staff to ensure the highest level of professionalism is maintained.
• Coordinate with all organizational elements requesting department support.
• Provide solutions to identified deficiencies within the departments planning and execution.
• Perform high level task / program management.

Basic Qualifications

• Current TS/SCI clearance is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Build strategic relationships with internal / external customers while collaborating with company / industry leaders to gather cutting edge solutions.
• Demonstrated experience in leading multi-contractor development teams to develop hardware / software solutions for cloud based digital engineering efforts.
• Demonstrated fifteen (15+) plus years of experience in leading cross disciplinary teams of engineers, technicians, and customers to deliver hardware / software solutions.
• Fifteen (15) years of experience in hardware development design, manufacturing, or support that includes broad demonstrated experience in electrical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing engineering including product design, validation, test, troubleshooting, repair, and support.
• Must have strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.

Must be a US citizen and possess and maintain a TS/ SCI clearance.

Candidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.

Original Posting Date:

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:

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.