Description:WHAT WE'RE DOINGLockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) is seeking a Next Gen Launchers Portfolio Senior Manager to lead a team of PMs across a varied portfolio of hardware and products. This role will be primarily responsible for executing contracts that are transitioning from development to production, in addition to designing and building protypes of new launcher solutions. This role includes executing all phases of contract execution for numerous complex contracts and customers, including programs such as the US Army Mid Range Capability, MDA Prototype Launchers, US Marine Corp Long Range Fires Launchers, US Army Long Range Hypersonic Weapon Composite Canisters and all other MK41 VLS derivative launching solutions. The establishment of stable production processes and flow across the functions are a key to success. Other responsibilities include support of program demonstrations and flight tests, development of product and technology roadmaps aimed at incorporating new capabilities and technologies, and execution of sustainment and new equipment training.
THE WORKThe Next Gen Launchers Portfolio Senior Manager is a primary interface to all customers,
and will be supported by other Next Gen Launchers PMs for domestic, international, production, engineering, and sustainment contracts. This role is responsible for contract cost, schedule and technical performance, as well as affordability improvements. This role will collaborate across functional teams to ensure flawless execution of the portfolio, focused on meeting (or exceeding) all program financial, schedule, contractual and technical performance commitments. The Next Gen Launchers Portfolio Senior Manager will report to the Director of Launching Systems within the Mission Systems and Weapons (MSW) Market Segment. This position will be based out of Moorestown, NJ where the majority of the programs and hardware are produced and sustained. There will be a limited amount of domestic travel required.
WHO WE AREOur customers are world-wide and so is our reputation for creating original solutions with the latest technologies. Our products keep our customers safe and bring them home to their families at night.
We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus - if you have the resourcefulness and perseverance to work hard, then we want to create a better tomorrow with you.
WHO YOU AREYou thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment and are committed to delivering best-in-class products and solutions.
WHY JOIN USWe believe that owning your career and having the freedom to make critical business decisions is key to making a real impact.
With the autonomy to use your skills and expertise in innovative ways, you can take on exciting challenges and help solve some of the world's most pressing problems.
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Basic Qualifications:• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, Finance, or related field from an accredited college.
• Previous program management experience with proven ability to deliver results
• Strong experience in earned value management (EVM) and program performance management and compliance (PPM&C)
• Strong personnel management skills and the ability to engage in ongoing, fast paced execution with onsite and virtual team members across multiple locations
Desired Skills:• Experience managing production programs and/or past Production Operations functional experience; specific focus on start-up/transition to production of new products
• Strong business acumen with an understanding of how programs support LM’s business strategy
• US Army customer experience and the ability to build strong collaborative relationships
• Cost reduction and program performance improvement initiative development, leadership, and implementation experience
• Working with and managing a disparate supply chain
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top Secret
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression 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.
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 $157,800 - $278,185. 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.
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.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Program Management
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
