Internal and Executive Communications Manager (Project Management)

Do you crave a career that truly makes an impact in people's lives? Do you thrive on problem-solving and finding solutions? Join a dedicated, tight-knit team that creates an immediate and meaningful impact every day.

Leidos QTC Health Services (LQTC) is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Internal and Executive Communications Manager to lead LQTC's internal communications and executive messaging function. This critical role is responsible for developing and executing communications that foster employee connection, engagement, and alignment with LQTC's mission, values, and business priorities.

The role directly supports LQTC's CEO and senior leadership team by crafting high-impact communications and managing key internal channels, while also leading initiatives that enhance the employee experience and drive internal culture-building efforts. The successful candidate will partner closely with senior leaders across the organization and the broader Leidos Health & Civil Sector Communications team to ensure messaging is clear, consistent, and aligned with LQTC's strategic objectives. This role includes direct supervision of a communications team, providing leadership, coaching, and development to support high-quality internal communications delivery.

We're seeking a strong writer, creative thinker, and organized project manager with proven experience supporting senior executives, creating people-centered communications, and leading complex projects with agility and precision.

This position is intended to be performed from a Leidos office, with a preference for candidates based in or within commuting distance of:

• • Reston, Va. (Leidos Global Headquarters)
  • San Antonio, Texas.

Primary Responsibilities:

• • Develop and manage internal communications plans and deliverables that inform, engage, and align employees with LQTC's culture, goals, and priorities.
  • Lead internal executive communications for the LQTC CEO and senior leadership team, including drafting and coordinating employee messages, town hall scripts, leadership updates, and presentations.
  • Collaborate with business and functional stakeholders to assess communication needs, define messaging, select channels, determine timing, and tailor communications for specific audiences.
  • Ghostwrite for executives, capturing authentic leadership voice and tone.
  • Manage internal communications channels, including intranet, newsletters, leadership emails, and town hall content, ensuring timely, accurate, and engaging content.
  • Proactively support leadership visibility and employee engagement by identifying opportunities for direct connection and proposing communication strategies and content.
  • Partner with Human Resources on internal communications related to performance management, benefits, learning initiatives, and organizational updates.
  • Advise LQTC senior leadership on internal communications strategy and best practices.
  • Provide communications support (e.g., planning, emceeing, facilitating Q&A) for virtual and in-person employee events and initiatives.
  • Develop and deliver employee engagement campaigns and programs that foster inclusion, affinity, and belonging.
  • Identify and tell compelling employee and business stories that highlight company values, reinforce culture, and build affinity.
  • Lead change communications strategies for organizational initiatives, ensuring clear, empathetic messaging that helps employees understand and adapt to change.
  • Measure and analyze internal communications effectiveness using surveys, analytics, and employee feedback; provide insights and recommendations to leadership.
  • Coordinate employee volunteerism and community involvement opportunities with internal stakeholders.
  • Support internal crisis communications as needed, ensuring timely, accurate, and sensitive messaging.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, shaping messaging approaches aligned with organizational goals and employee needs.
  • Participate in meetings to gather insights and identify communication opportunities.
  • Provide direct supervision, coaching, and mentorship to communications team members, supporting development, performance management, and project execution.
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications: 

• • Bachelor's degree in communications or a related field required.
  • Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in communications, preferably in internal and executive communications roles.
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex information into clear, compelling messaging.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives deadlines.
  • Proven ability to partner with and support senior executives with discretion, professionalism, and tact.
  • Experience managing internal communications channels, with technical proficiency to learn and administer intranet and workflow management tools.
  • Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with multiple stakeholders at all levels.
  • High attention to detail, organization, and responsiveness.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with foresight, initiative, and flexibility.
  • Familiarity with AP style and/or ability to adopt Leidos tone and style guidelines.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and comfort with learning new platforms.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• • Prior experience in internal communications and employee engagement preferred.
  • Knowledge of corporate communications best practices preferred.
  • Experience with web design, UX best practices, and basic HTML (preferred but not required.)
  • Experience in a government contractor, healthcare, or regulated corporate environment preferred.
  • Experience using collaborative software and workflow management tools preferred.

About Leidos QTC Health Services

Leidos QTC Health Services collaborates closely with government and non-government customers to address current and future program needs within the health services domain. We specialize in disability-focused medical examinations, independent medical exams and review services, occupational health services, diagnostic testing, and case management solutions. As innovators, we focus on advancing technologies that improve service delivery, with a particular emphasis on enhancing accessibility for examinees in rural communities. With a proven track record of continuous improvement and steady growth, we now handle over 2 million appointments annually. Visit www.qtcm.com for more information.

Compensation 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. As a result, we offer meaningful and engaging careers to support you and your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

This role may fall under the Service Contract Act (SCA), a federal law which provides for a U.S. Department of Labor-prescribed minimum prevailing rate of pay and certain benefit levels. Where appropriate, Company-provided benefit plans such as comprehensive leave, holiday, medical, dental, life, accident, disability coverages, retirement plan contributions, and other health and welfare benefits and payments are utilized to meet these obligations. 

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 QTC Health Services will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.”

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