Lockheed Martin

Fixed Wing Aviation Program Director

Lockheed Martin$180K — $309K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in Fixed and Rotary Wing program management.
  • Proven leadership skills in managing IDIQ task orders.
  • Effective in handling short, high-priority projects with strict timelines.
  • Expertise in proposal development and project scheduling.
  • Strong capability in fostering partnerships with stakeholders and subcontractors.
  • Ability to execute organizational plans across various levels.
  • Full Spectrum Leadership qualities and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Direct management of cost, schedule, and quality for a $450M aviation program portfolio.
  • Enhance team culture and partnership with customers and suppliers.
  • Lead the development of proposals and program plans.
  • Oversee the execution of task orders, adapting to changes swiftly.
  • Implement enterprise-wide policies to align with strategic goals.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
  • Life Insurance and Short/Long-Term Disability options.
  • 401(k) matching contribution.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Program.
  • Education Assistance for professional development.
  • Generous Paid Time Off and holidays.
Full Job Description
Job Description

You will be the Fixed Wing Aviation Program Director for the SOF GLSS 2 Aviation Mission Area. Our team is responsible for managing a $450M program portfolio across AC/HC-130J, MH-6, MH-60 and MH-47 platforms, delivering cost, schedule and quality excellence while optimizing culture and partner collaboration.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Fixed Wing Aviation Program Director you will be responsible for leading all phases of the program portfolio, driving strategic planning, and ensuring successful execution of task orders.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Direct cost, schedule, and quality management for a $450M portfolio.
  • Optimize team culture and partner collaboration with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
  • Lead proposal development, program planning, and estimating activities.
  • Oversee execution of task orders and adapt to rapid changes in mission requirements.
  • Develop and implement enterprise-wide policies and procedures to achieve strategic goals.


Further Information About This Opportunity:

This position is in Fort Walton Beach.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance. A company-sponsored interim Secret clearance is required to start.

Basic Qualifications
• Position requires demonstrated ability to lead Fixed and Rotary Wing development and platform integration programs.
• Position requires demonstrated leadership skills and extensive professional experience in managing multiple task orders in an IDIQ environment.
• Ability to manage short duration, high priority projects relative to cost, schedule and performance.
• Ability to develop proposals, Statement of Work and project schedules.
• Formulates partnerships and relationships with customer, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Ability to develop and execute organizational plans, policies and procedures across the enterprise to meet strategic and tactical goals.
• Must exhibit Full Spectrum Leadership Qualities.
• Must possess strong Budget Control, Scheduling skills, strong Communications skills, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization, including internal and external constituencies.
• Ability to work independently and meet hard deadlines.
• Strong presentation skills and computer skills.
• Willingness to execute tasks in addition to leading others.
• Ability to obtain a secret security clearance and must be able to obtain an interim secret security clearance prior to start.

Desired skills
• Program Management Training certification
• Aviation or aviation related systems Production Program management
• Experience working in Government Owned Contractor Operated (GOCO) environment or in a joint IPT structure
• Experience in Aircraft Configuration Management and Risk Management techniques
• Experience in Lean/Six Sigma
• Strategy Development for future business opportunities and business growth.

Other Important Information

By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Work Schedule Information

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

National Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $180,000 - $309,120. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $180,000 - $309,120. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

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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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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Net Income
$6.8 billion
Founded
1995
5 Year Trend
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