Sr. Agile Development Team Manager

About the role

Leidos is seeking Senior Agile Development Team Managers to support the transformation of next-generation flight service and air traffic management systems. This role supports the FAA’s mission to modernize critical aviation infrastructure through advanced cloud-based technologies, agile software delivery, and scalable digital solutions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple agile teams consisting of Systems Engineers, Software Developers, and Testers, driving execution across complex software modernization efforts.
• Provide strategic leadership across technical delivery, program execution, staffing, prioritization, and cross-team coordination to ensure successful sprint, release, and program outcomes.
• Collaborate with program leadership, architects, customers, and partner teams to manage dependencies, mitigate risks, and maintain alignment across a large-scale modernization initiative.
• Influence technical direction, organizational strategy, and delivery execution across a mission-critical FAA modernization program.
• Oversee program performance, delivery metrics, earned value execution, staffing strategy, and operational priorities to ensure successful outcomes while proactively addressing schedule, technical, and cost risks.
• Mentor managers and technical leads, support customer engagement activities, and contribute to long-term modernization planning and growth initiatives.

Requirements

• BA/BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or MS with 6+ years of relevant experience.
• 8+ years of prior relevant experience or 4+ years of supervisory experience.
• Proven experience leading large, cross-functional Agile software development teams in a complex technical environment.
• Experience with Agile methodologies, principles, and tools, including managing delivery across multiple teams or programs.
• Strong leadership, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Experience supporting cloud-based system design and modernization initiatives.
• Experience with cost tracking, program execution, and EVM/EVM-light methodologies.
• Experience collaborating with senior program leadership, customers, and technical stakeholders.
• Experience leading modernization or digital transformation initiatives within regulated or mission-critical environments.
• Knowledge of and experience leveraging AI-assisted tools and technologies to improve team efficiency, delivery execution, and operational performance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and modern software delivery models.
• Practical knowledge of FAA/DoD systems, technical policies, standards, and orders.
• Experience supporting Flight Services or Air Traffic Management systems.
• Experience engaging directly with FAA customers and senior stakeholders.
• Experience leading modernization or digital transformation initiatives within regulated or mission-critical environments.
• Knowledge and experience leveraging AI-assisted tools and technologies to improve team efficiency, delivery execution, and operational performance.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Income protection.
• Paid leave.
• Roth and Traditional 401(k) plans.
• Retirement savings plan.

Pay

Pay Range $131,300.00 - $237,350.00

Schedule

Flexible work arrangements may be available.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required for this role.
• Public Trust clearance is required.

Contact Information

If you have questions about the position, please contact [Contact Information].

Equal Opportunity Employer

Leidos is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.