Job ID: 711415BR Date posted: Dec. 04, 2025
Description:The Advanced Capabilities Project Manager is a key member of the LMGA Technology Team, responsible for driving long term growth by connecting Lockheed Martin’s capabilities with U.S. Government research and prototyping programs. The manager will cultivate relationships with senior officials across the Department of War (DoW) – including the Office of the Secretary of War (OSW) staff, Service research labs, DARPA, and the Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO) – to identify new business opportunities, support “keep sold” activities, and shape Lockheed Martin’s strategy within the DoW R&D landscape. The ideal candidate will possess deep insight into DoW R&D organizations and processes, as well as a keen understanding of emerging defense technologies and missions. The role also partners closely with Legislative Affairs to develop coordinated congressional engagement plans.

Specific Responsibilities:
• Support corporate functions and business areas to establish and achieve their domestic business objectives, with specific expertise and customer insights in OSW and Service programs and processes for contracted R&D.
• Coordinate and support the execution of LM advocacy and strategy campaigns to engage external stakeholders in support of key R&D or prototype areas such as hypersonics, directed energy, autonomous systems, and international R&D.
• Manage the coordination of various internal stakeholders and cross functional teams for high profile initiatives.
• Participate in strategy reviews, color teams, and other business rhythms, providing subject matter expertise on R&D issues, priorities, “voice of the customer” and related insights.
• Maintain currency on emerging technologies and potential applications for addressing critical national security needs.
• Perform customer data analysis and budget analysis for key R&D initiatives
• Travel as necessary to support LM business activities, customer engagements, and approved training activities.
Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum 5 years of experience working directly with, or supporting, DoW R&D organizations.
• Comprehensive understanding of the DoW R&D organizations such as OSW(R&E), DARPA, Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO), Service labs (e.g., AFRL, ARL, ONR), and rapid acquisition/prototyping offices.
• Knowledge of DoW and budget formulation and execution processes.
• Familiarity with Lockheed Martin advanced technology programs.
• Ability to evaluate and articulate the impact of emerging and disruptive technologies on defense capabilities.
Desired Skills:
• Track record of interacting with congressional staff supporting defense authorizations and appropriations.
• Experience in defense policy or strategy environments; participation with think tanks or policy institutes is a plus.
• Subject matter expertise in at least one major advanced capability area (e.g., hypersonics, directed energy, missile defense, counter UAS).
• Prior experience in strategic planning, business development or project management for DoW technology programs.
• Excellent writing skills and experience in executive and/or principal preparation.
• Advanced degree in a technical or policy discipline (Engineering, Physics, Public Policy, Defense Studies, etc.).
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: 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.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Program Management
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First