Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Modification Team Superintendent to lead the day-to-day operations of our modification team. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of modification planning and execution to ensure compliance with technical standards, safety protocols, and contractual requirements. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, technical knowledge, and coordination skills to manage personnel, resources, and processes effectively.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise the daily operations of the modification team, including task assignments and work schedule management.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all modification-related planning, execution, and status reporting.

• Ensure all modification activities comply with applicable Technical Orders (TOs), OEM manuals, Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and safety standards.

• Coordinate with program managers, engineers, QA, and logistics personnel to ensure timely planning and material readiness.

• Monitor and inspect modification work to verify compliance with work instructions, technical standards, and contractual obligations.

• Enforce safety procedures, environmental regulations, and Foreign Object Ordinance (FOO) control protocols.

• Provide technical oversight, mentorship, and on-the-job training to modification team personnel.

• Track and report labor hours, tool usage, parts consumption, and job status using maintenance information systems.

• Support audits, government inspections, and the preparation of required deliverable documentation.

Basic Qualifications

• TS/SCI w/ Poly Clearance is required

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field with 8-12 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 6-10 years of relevant experience.

• A Doctorate in a technical domain may substitute for equivalent experience.

• Proven experience leading construction projects from planning through execution, including scheduling, budgeting, and team coordination.

• Expert knowledge of construction principles, building codes, and technical specifications.

• Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD for creating and reviewing technical designs.

• Strong understanding of construction safety regulations and quality control (QC) standards.

• Demonstrated success managing large-scale or multi-disciplinary construction projects.

• Skilled in risk management, project budgeting, and contractor oversight.

• Experience with construction inspections and ensuring compliance with building regulations.

• Experience supervising technical teams or contractors.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interfacing with internal teams, clients, and external vendors.

• Ability to coordinate across multiple functional areas to meet project objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional), CCM (Certified Construction Manager), or PE (Professional Engineer).

• Advanced knowledge of construction-specific software beyond AutoCAD (e.g., Revit, Navisworks, Primavera P6).

• Experience with government or public sector construction contracts and regulatory compliance.

• Familiarity with Lean Construction principles or Six Sigma methodologies.

• Demonstrated experience in workforce planning and strategic resource management.

• Strong contract management experience, including negotiating with subcontractors and vendors.

• Background in developing innovative or custom technical solutions for complex construction challenges.

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Original Posting:
November 18, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While 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 $89,700.00 - $162,150.00

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 an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.