Melbourne, Australia, March 2026 – Daniel McLean has been elevated to the role of Vice President Human Resources at Leidos Australia, marking a significant milestone in his nearly decade-long journey with the organization.
Daniel has been with Leidos Australia for over eight years, during which he has taken on a range of leadership roles across HR, program management, and business strategy. Most recently, he served as Program Director, where he led critical programs supporting the organization’s growth and operational excellence. Prior to that, he held roles including Program Manager – Airborne Solutions M&A, Director Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning, Capture Manager, and Senior HR Business Partner, demonstrating a unique blend of HR expertise and business leadership.
Before joining Leidos, Daniel held senior leadership roles at Ironside Resources, where he served as General Manager – Recruitment & Resourcing and later as Manager – Projects & Programs, leading large-scale workforce and project initiatives.
Earlier in his career, Daniel also served in the Australian Army, where he trained at the Royal Military College – Duntroon, building a strong foundation in leadership, discipline, and operational excellence that has shaped his professional journey.
About Leidos Australia
Leidos Australia is part of the global Leidos organization, a Fortune 500 innovation company focused on solving complex challenges across defence, intelligence, aviation, government, and healthcare sectors. With a global workforce of over 47,000 employees, the company delivers advanced technology solutions including defence systems, integrated air and missile defence, maritime autonomy, government ICT services, and intelligence platforms.
Leidos Australia plays a critical role in supporting national security and public sector transformation through advanced engineering, data analytics, and mission-critical systems, working closely with defence and government agencies to enhance operational capability and resilience.
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