Program Director

Job overview

The Program Director is an onsite role based in Huntsville, AL, with a salary range of $139,100 to $251,450 per year. This position supports the Leidos Defense Sector - Advanced Materials & Test Division, focusing on hypersonic systems and defense solutions. The director will lead a program team involved in the advanced manufacturing of missile systems and test platform components. Responsibilities include planning, tracking, and executing complex tasking within technical, schedule, and budget constraints, while serving as the primary customer interface and driving program growth.

What you'll do

• Lead program execution and growth strategy
• manage complex tasking and budgets
• serve as primary customer interface
• develop staffing and financial plans
• mitigate program risks
• report status to senior leadership.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

huntsville al

program director

defense

hypersonic systems

dod clearance

onsite

$139k-$251k/yr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave, and Retirement.

Why this role

Requires active DOD Secret clearance or higher; 13-15+ years of relevant experience; experience managing programs >$30M annual value.

About the employer

Leidos is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.