Lockheed Martin

Development Program Manager

Lockheed Martin$148K — $275K *
Owego, NY 13827In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of program management experience in defense and aerospace
  • Bachelor's degree in a related discipline
  • Proven success in leading multi-functional teams
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
  • Proficient in Earned Value Management and Risk Management
  • Experience as a Control Account Manager (CAM)

Responsibilities

  • Lead program management activities to ensure milestone and contract delivery
  • Develop and negotiate proposals and cost assessments
  • Collaborate with Functional Leadership to generate cost and schedule estimates
  • Interface with customers to foster collaboration and problem-solving
  • Manage program cost, schedule, and technical performance

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10)
  • 401(k) match
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Education assistance programs
  • Life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Full Job Description
Standard Job Description

WHAT WE'RE DOING
At Lockheed Martin, we are dedicated to supporting our global MH-60R/S customers through capability development, Obsolescence / Diminishing Manufacturing Sources & Material Shortages (DMSMS) management and resolution, and product line sustainment. Our team in Owego, NY, plays a key role in ensuring the ongoing success of these platforms for both the U.S. Navy and our Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers. We are seeking a strong Development Program Manager to continue decades-long success developing avionics and platform hardware and software solutions to support our customers.

THE WORK
The Program Manager's responsibilities will include managing program cost, schedule, and technical performance with active risk and opportunity management process adherence, baseline activities, and CDRL Development, and will:
• Perform program management leadership activities in support of executing requirements relating to milestones and contractual deliveries including metric development, administration, best practice implementation, and presentation development.
• Develop and negotiate proposal submissions, as well as informal ROM style cost and technical assessments.
• Work with Functional Leadership and Control Account Managers (CAMs)/Work Package Managers to development accurate cost and schedule projections, and mitigate cost and schedule variances.
• Serve as the primary customer interface, facilitating collaboration and joint problem-solving with the U.S. and FMS stakeholders.

WHO YOU ARE
You are a results-driven leader with significant experience in program management, particularly in managing complex defense and aerospace programs. You bring:
• Excellent communication skills to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all LM and customer levels
• Strong organizational skills, enabling you to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
• Leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated skills in metrics-driven performance management, risk identification and mitigation, and issue resolution.
• Firm understanding of system engineering principles and practices

Basic Qualifications
• Demonstrated skill proficiency in all routine Program Management areas typically found with 10+ years of experience.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline
• Demonstrated success in leading and supporting multi-functional teams on multiple programs.
• Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to acquire and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Ability to travel
• Proficient in Earned Value Management and Analysis
• Proficient in Risk/Issue/Opportunity Management
• Experience as a Control Account Manager (CAM)

Desired Skills
• Experience with NAVAIR PMA-299 and/or knowledge of the MH-60 R/S platforms
• Experience with Development contracts
• Experienced Team Leader
• Experience with AGILE development processes and practices
• Proficient Workload Planning and associated tools
• Proposal development skills

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $148300.00 - $275500.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
  • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
  • For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin Corporation is a global security company that engages in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems and products. It also provides a range of management, engineering, technical, scientific, logistic, and information services. The company operates in four business segments: Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Services, and Space Systems. Lockheed Martin was formed in 1995 from the merger of Lockheed Corporation and Martin Marietta. In September 2008, Lockheed Martin Corporation acquired Aculight Corporation. In January 2009, it completed its acquisition of Universal Systems & Technology, Inc. (UNITECH). In August 2009, it completed its acquisition of Gyrocam Systems LLC (Gyrocam). Gyrocam develops and supplies gyrostabilized optical surveillance systems and sustainment field services, principally to the United States military. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, a unit of the Company's Electronic Systems business area, would manage the Gyrocam business.

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Joining Lockheed Martin provides more than just a job opportunity; it offers a platform to be part of a leading team dedicated to advancing global security and aerospace innovation. As a cornerstone of technological prowess, Lockheed Martin invites you to contribute to a legacy of impactful achievements in defense and technology.

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Lockheed Martin is committed to the professional growth of every team member. We offer unparalleled career advancement opportunities including professional development, leadership programs, and continuous learning through our Lockheed Martin University. Whether you are looking to advance your skills in engineering, project management, or AI, Lockheed Martin is equipped to take your career to the next level.

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114,000 employees
Market Cap
$126.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$6.8 billion
Founded
1995
5 Year Trend
+7.2%
Revenue
$65.3 billion
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