Sustainment Branch Manager
Leidos Inc, Huntsville, AL, United States
Description
Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.
Are you ready for your next career challenge?
Leidos Defense provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions
The Sustainment Branch Manager is responsible for leading and executing sustainment operations across multiple programs, ensuring reliable, responsive, and scalable support to systems deployed in the field. This role oversees Field Service Representatives (FSRs), site activation activities, and sustainment execution functions, ensuring alignment with program requirements and operational objectives.
This leader will manage a distributed workforce and ensure seamless coordination between field operations and logistics integration efforts, enabling uninterrupted support and mission readiness.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage sustainment execution across multiple programs simultaneously
Oversee Field Service Representative (FSR) workforce, including deployment, utilization, and performance
Direct site activation and fielding support activities
Manage execution of spares and asset support in coordination with logistics integration teams
Ensure personnel readiness, including travel coordination, clearance management, and deployment planning
Serve as primary interface between field operations and program leadership
Monitor and manage workload distribution across sustainment personnel
Identify and resolve operational issues impacting field performance
Establish and enforce standardized processes for sustainment execution and reporting
Provide feedback to Logistics Integration Branch to improve products and supportability
Identify sustainment capability gaps and support hiring aligned to program demand
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
8+ years of experience in sustainment, field operations, or maintenance support or 6+ years with MS degree
Demonstrated experience managing field-based or distributed teams
Experience supporting DoD programs in operational environments
Strong understanding of fielding, sustainment execution, and operational support requirements
Experience managing personnel deployment, travel, and clearance processes
Ability to operate in a matrixed environment supporting multiple programs
Active or ability to obtain a DoD security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience as a Field Service Representative (FSR) or FSR Lead
Experience managing site activation or system fielding events
Familiarity with spares execution and asset management processes
Background in maintenance operations or sustainment environments
Experience supporting rapid fielding or operational deployments
Lean Six Sigma or process improvement experience
What Success Looks Like:
Consistent, high-quality sustainment support delivered across all programs
Balanced and optimized utilization of FSR workforce
Seamless execution of site activation and fielding activities
Rapid resolution of field issues with minimal operational disruption
Strong coordination between sustainment operations and logistics integration efforts
Scalable sustainment processes that support program growth
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
April 23, 2026
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 $105,300.00 - $190,350.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at .
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
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.
Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.
Are you ready for your next career challenge?
Leidos Defense provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions
The Sustainment Branch Manager is responsible for leading and executing sustainment operations across multiple programs, ensuring reliable, responsive, and scalable support to systems deployed in the field. This role oversees Field Service Representatives (FSRs), site activation activities, and sustainment execution functions, ensuring alignment with program requirements and operational objectives.
This leader will manage a distributed workforce and ensure seamless coordination between field operations and logistics integration efforts, enabling uninterrupted support and mission readiness.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage sustainment execution across multiple programs simultaneously
Oversee Field Service Representative (FSR) workforce, including deployment, utilization, and performance
Direct site activation and fielding support activities
Manage execution of spares and asset support in coordination with logistics integration teams
Ensure personnel readiness, including travel coordination, clearance management, and deployment planning
Serve as primary interface between field operations and program leadership
Monitor and manage workload distribution across sustainment personnel
Identify and resolve operational issues impacting field performance
Establish and enforce standardized processes for sustainment execution and reporting
Provide feedback to Logistics Integration Branch to improve products and supportability
Identify sustainment capability gaps and support hiring aligned to program demand
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
8+ years of experience in sustainment, field operations, or maintenance support or 6+ years with MS degree
Demonstrated experience managing field-based or distributed teams
Experience supporting DoD programs in operational environments
Strong understanding of fielding, sustainment execution, and operational support requirements
Experience managing personnel deployment, travel, and clearance processes
Ability to operate in a matrixed environment supporting multiple programs
Active or ability to obtain a DoD security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience as a Field Service Representative (FSR) or FSR Lead
Experience managing site activation or system fielding events
Familiarity with spares execution and asset management processes
Background in maintenance operations or sustainment environments
Experience supporting rapid fielding or operational deployments
Lean Six Sigma or process improvement experience
What Success Looks Like:
Consistent, high-quality sustainment support delivered across all programs
Balanced and optimized utilization of FSR workforce
Seamless execution of site activation and fielding activities
Rapid resolution of field issues with minimal operational disruption
Strong coordination between sustainment operations and logistics integration efforts
Scalable sustainment processes that support program growth
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
April 23, 2026
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 $105,300.00 - $190,350.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at .
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
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.