Program Director

Leidos is a global science and technology company widely recognized for delivering innovative solutions and services in defense, aviation, healthcare, and intelligence sectors. Founded with a commitment to excellence and innovation, Leidos serves government and commercial clients by providing cutting-edge technology and program management expertise to accomplish critical missions. The company prides itself on fostering a culture of creativity, integrity, and teamwork, driving forward the advancement of national security and public safety through a diverse portfolio of projects and programs.

Leidos is currently seeking a TBFM Program Manager to join its dynamic team focused on the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Time-Based Flow Management (TBFM) technology. This technology is a pivotal component of the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) and the National Airspace System (NAS), aiming to enhance the efficiency of airspace by optimizing the flow of air traffic using advanced decision-support tools. The TBFM system is already deployed across the contiguous United States and is essential in improving the predictability and safety of air traffic management.

The TBFM Program Manager position entails leadership and oversight responsibilities critical to the success of this important program. The role requires managing program scope to ensure compliance with contract goals including schedule, cost, quality, and profit objectives. As the key liaison between FAA stakeholders and Leidos leadership, the manager ensures seamless communication and alignment of objectives. Responsibilities also include risk and opportunity management, chairing the Risk and Opportunity Review Board, and coordinating regular risk review meetings with the customer. The manager will lead program teams in conducting internal and external audits, review all program deliverables for compliance, and prepare comprehensive briefing materials for customer reviews and meetings.

Additional duties involve overseeing the weekly Change Request (CR) Screening workflow, managing meeting agendas and minutes, issuing directives resulting from decisions, and developing cost proposals as needed. Travel to locations such as Washington, DC and Atlantic City, NJ may be required. The position calls for a highly ethical individual with strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills who can manage program operations independently while driving forward innovation and mission-critical milestones.

Leidos' commitment to outthinking and outpacing the status quo is evident in this role. They seek professionals not content with simply following existing paths but eager to disrupt and propel the program forward. Embracing a fast-paced, mission-driven culture, the TBFM Program Manager position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the nation’s airspace modernization efforts while working with industry-leading experts in a collaborative environment.