Deputy Project Manager

Leidos•Long Beach, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maritime System Division (MSD) of Leidos is seeking a Deputy Project Manager (DPM) in the Long Beach, MS facility. This role involves partnering closely with the Project Manager (PM) to support day-to-day execution of program operations, driving program performance, coordinating across functional teams, and ensuring alignment with customer priorities in a fast-paced, production environment. In the absence of the PM, the DPM is expected to assume delegated program management authority, serving as the primary decision-maker and customer interface to ensure continuity of operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with at least 6-8 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Experience supporting cross-functional technical teams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and collaboration tools.
Must possess strong characteristics around initiative, attitude, assertiveness and sense of urgency.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Must be a US Citizen and meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
DoD or Military contract experience
Prior experience in a Deputy PM, Task Lead, or PMO leadership role
Production experience
Experience using Solumina.

Responsibilities

Support the Program Manager in directing day‑to‑day program operations, ensuring production schedules, mission deliverables, and performance standards are consistently met.
Assist in managing cost, schedule, performance, and risk across all program elements, including systems, tools, equipment, software, facilities, and operational activities.
Lead coordination of program deliverables, schedules, and milestones across teams.
Identify, assess, and support mitigation of program risks while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitor task progress, identify risks/issues, and drive timely resolution of blockers.
Facilitate internal and external meetings, including Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs).
Prepare and deliver program status reports, briefings, and customer-facing updates.
Represent the program in customer engagements as needed, communicating status, risks, and mitigation strategies.
Maintain and update program artifacts, including the risk register and action trackers.
Support development of program reviews, roadmaps, staffing plans, and other deliverables.
Serve as acting PM when required, with authority to make program-level decisions, manage priorities, and interface directly with the customer.
Coordinate and resolve production‑related issues, ensuring timely and accurate solutions that support mission success.