Job ID: 695270BR Date posted: Jun. 11, 2025
Description:WHAT WE'RE DOING

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS), we are pushing the boundaries of undersea warfare. As part of the Acoustic Sensors & Weapons line of business, our team is advancing sonar technologies that help protect and empower the U.S. Navy's submarine fleet. We support critical U.S. Navy missions with cutting-edge hull array sonar products like the Lightweight Low Cost Conformal Array (LwLCCA), Large Aperture Bow (LAB) array, and the Bow Conformal Array (BCA).

THE WORK

As Program Manager for the sonar Outboard Electronics product area, you will lead the execution of multiple production and development contracts. You’ll be responsible for:
• Managing the cost, schedule, and technical performance of LwLCCA, LAB, and BCA Outboard Electronics programs.
• Leading cross-functional teams including engineering, supply chain, production, and finance to deliver on program commitments.
• Serving as the primary customer interface, ensuring all program objectives and delivery timelines are met.
• Conducting program baseline planning activities such as cost allocation, management reserve setup, IMS development, staffing plans, risk management, and CAM responsibilities.
• Overseeing contract negotiations, proposal development, and business case formulation.
• Monitoring program milestones, identifying issues, and implementing solutions, including reallocation of resources and contract modifications.
• Coordinating with subcontractors to ensure quality and on-time performance.

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin RMS is home to advanced maritime capabilities and mission-critical systems. Our Undersea Warfare portfolio delivers unmatched acoustic sensing and processing solutions to U.S. and allied navies. We operate at the leading edge of defense innovation and pride ourselves on delivering integrated systems that keep our servicemembers safe and mission-ready.

WHO YOU ARE

You’re a strategic leader with a strong foundation in program management and a passion for defense technology. You excel at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and have experience driving high-complexity programs to successful completion. You thrive in a customer-facing role, navigate ambiguity with confidence, and bring a solutions-oriented mindset to every challenge.
Basic qualifications:
• Proven experience managing DoD or equivalent engineering/production programs.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a track record of building cohesive teams.
• Demonstrated experience with earned value management, program planning, and risk mitigation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

WHY JOIN US

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to be a key contributor to the future of undersea warfare. At Lockheed Martin, you’ll have access to cutting-edge technology, supportive leadership, and opportunities to grow your career across one of the most respected companies in the defense industry. You’ll help deliver mission-critical solutions that make a real impact.
Basic Qualifications:
-Has held a leadership role on production programs

-Experience managing scope to meet needs and fit available funding and schedule profiles

-Familiarity with supplier management and sourcing process

-Previous cost proposal experience

-Holds a Secret Security Clearance
Desired Skills:
-Has held leadership roles on development programs

-Domain knowledge in outboard electronics production

-Experience executing efforts across multiple contract types and multiple LM sites

-Experience with the US Navy

-Prior LM Program Management experience

-CAM & EVMS experience
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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $128,400 - $226,435. 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.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $147,700 - $255,990. 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.
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.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Program Management
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First