Description Leidos Defense Systems is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented
Program Administrator to join our team supporting the Persistent Surveillance Portfolio. In this expanded role, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure the program runs smoothly and efficiently. You will work closely with program managers, engineers, government contracting officers, and play a key role in supporting the procurement process.
Primary Responsibilities- Coordinate and manage program documentation.
- Maintain program calendars, deadlines, and milestones.
- Assist with the procurement process, including researching potential vendors, preparing requisitions, and managing purchase orders.
- Assist with travel arrangements and logistics for program meetings and conferences.
- Manage program databases and ensure accurate data entry.
- Prepare presentations and reports as needed.
- Perform other administrative duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field (preferred).
- Minimum 4 years of experience in program administration or other administrative support
- DoD Secret Security Clearance
- Proven experience supporting complex programs and projects.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with procurement software (e.g., Costpoint).
- Experience with procurement processes, including vendor research, requisition preparation, and purchase order management.
Must be a resident of Huntsville, Alabama
or be willing to relocate to the Huntsville, Alabama area.
Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final DoD Secret Clearance.
Original Posting Date: 2024-07-11While 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: Pay Range $61,750.00 - $111,625.00
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.
About Leidos Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 47,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .
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