Description:Lockheed Martin (LM) is seeking an Associate Program Manager (APM) to support the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) PAC-3 Senior Program Manager by facilitating the planning and coordination of all PAC-3 activities in Qatar. This effort spans across all elements of the product lifecycle from supporting capture efforts and development through production and sustainment activities. Most PAC-3 international cases are Foreign Military Sales (FMS); however, there may be current or future Direct Commercial Sale (DCS) aspects.
In this position you will focus on near-term efforts related to Qatar’s fielded hardware. This position will also support Sustainment areas of focus, which currently include planning and coordinating the next 15 years of Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) Recertification projects. You will assist Qatar with hardware logistics via in-country, regular coordination, as well as, through import/export for Repair and Return (R&R) items.
In this position, you will regularly engage with US Government (USG) agencies and personnel (SHIELD, SAMD, USASAC, DSCA, etc.), as well as, Foreign (Government, Military and Civilian) personnel. The successful candidate will also coordinate internally with the broader Lockheed Martin team, to include LM IAMD International Business Development (IBD), LM Middle East (LMME) personnel in Qatar and UAE, as well as all Continental United States (CONUS) PAC-3 program and functional directorates.
The expectation for a candidate in this role is to remain in role for at least 2-3 years living in Qatar. This role will require this candidate to relocate and live in-country.
What You Will Be Doing
- Function successfully as the primary liaison between the PAC-3 Senior MENA Program Manager, the Partner Nation, other contractor and subcontractor entities (RTX, Boeing, etc.), and the LM PAC-3 International Program Office.
- Immediately establish and maintain regular communication with appropriate in-country stakeholders to remain apprised of any hardware, operational, or sustainment (i.e., deliveries and spare parts) or maintenance issues experienced by the Partner Nation; expedite coordination for immediate issue resolution and solutions.
- Contribute and influence joint development of requirements, Statements of Work (SOWs), planning, and execution of PAC-3 sustainment concepts and plans while identifying and seeking new business opportunities.
- Support any needed in-country coordination of activities in support of the PAC-3 Field Service Representatives (FSRs), Program and Executive leadership visits, new site coordination, base access passes and permits, travel routes, missile inspections, system deliveries, and logistics support for hardware needed from the customer’s supply system.
- Assist PAC-3 Field Service Representatives (FSRs) to build and sustain effective customer relationships at all levels.
Why Join UsDo you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus. If you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
For this onsite role, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security,
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Basic Qualifications:Must have an active Final Secret Clearance
Willingness to live in Qatar, as a U.S. Expatriate, with regular travel throughout the Middle East region and to/from the US for the contractual duration period
Ability to work independently as a productive member of a dynamic team environment under general or limited guidance, in some cases
Ability to identify and realize complex customer issues early, then effectively communicate to appropriate resolution levels to satisfy customer and LM management needs
Must display proactive problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to exercise mature judgment in situations without clear outcomes
Must have and utilize strong organization and time-management skills, apply attention to detail, and maintain the ability to proactively, and simultaneously, manage multiple tasks and priorities
A proven work record of exhibiting strong customer interactions with an ability to collaborate while working tough issues
Must understand Risk and Opportunity Management processes and operations
Ability to drive and positively direct a diverse, cross-functional team to meet all established goals
Desired Skills:Previous experience working with USG agencies, specifically the SAMD and SHIELD organizations
Knowledgeable on International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Experience with Integrated Master Schedules, Integrated Baseline Reviews, and utilizing EVMS as a management tool
Experience with subcontracts and management of subcontractors / contracts
Familiarity with general Air and Missile Defense systems and the PAC-3 / Patriot weapon system
Logistics and Sustainment Experience
Basic knowledge of Middle East and Qatar specific cultural norms, regional experience (basic understanding of Arabic a plus)
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 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: 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: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.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: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Program Management
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
