AI Program Manager

Leidos

74d • $126,100 - $227,950

About The Position

The Leidos Chief Data & Analytics Office (CDAO) is a new, high-growth organization at the center of the company's technology strategy. Our Operational AI (Ops.AI) division is seeking a tactical and results-oriented AI Program Manager to lead our portfolio of transformative AI initiatives. This role is essential for ensuring our projects are executed efficiently and deliver measurable improvements to mission-critical outcomes. In this mission, we empower Leidos with secure, scalable, and trusted AI capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of prior relevant experience in a program or project management role.
• Proven track record of managing complex technology programs, preferably in AI, data analytics, or software development.
• Strong understanding of the AI development lifecycle and concepts like Generative AI.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• PMP or Agile (e.g., CSM, SAFe) certification.
• Experience managing programs in the national security, federal, or government contracting environment.
• Direct experience with programs involving Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), or agentic systems.
• Proficiency with program management tools like Jira or Azure DevOps.
• Financial management experience, including budget planning and tracking for technology programs.

Responsibilities

• Act as the operational backbone of the Ops.AI division, responsible for the successful execution of Generative AI and Agentic AI programs.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, manage resources, and track progress against strategic goals.
• Oversee the program lifecycle for the development and deployment of enterprise-scale AI solutions.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, including systems, engineering, data science, AI fluency, and business functions & sectors.
• Develop and manage program plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation for the entire AI project portfolio.
• Track and report on program status, KPIs, risks, and dependencies to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration across teams to resolve roadblocks.
• Implement and refine program management processes and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
• Ensure all AI applications are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with mission-critical objectives.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees