Program Manager, Develoment- Orlando, FL

Description:

You will be the Program Manager, Development for the IRST team.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Program Manager, Development you will be responsible for leading day-to-day activities of IRST domestic development programs, overseeing cost, schedule, and contract requirements, and driving program execution.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Manage day-to-day activities of IRST domestic development programs, including cost, schedule, and contract oversight.
• Oversee production transition and lead program meetings.
• Lead proposal activities and support new business capture efforts.
• Serve as primary customer interface and communicate with program teams.
• Lead cross-functional teams across multiple sites and support classified meetings on-site.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who thrives in fast-paced, technically complex environments. This role offers the chance to shape cutting-edge IRST capabilities, work with diverse experts, and make a tangible impact on national security.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have an active Secret clearance with an investigation within 5 years
• Must also have the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance and SAP clearances
• Must be willing to work onsite full-time
• Program / Project Management experience.
• Experience in project management with ability to effectively lead a team to accomplish critical strategic objectives.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of personnel and internal and external customers.
• Innovative problem solver that can resolve issues
• Knowledge on project and program management methodology and techniques.
• Understanding of program execution and how program performance effects business operations.
• Ability to accomplish business / program goals without day to day direction / tasking.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with Classified programs
• Experience with the development and manufacturing of IR sensors and associated technologies for military, scientific and/or commercial sensing applications.
• Program management experience managing complex technology development programs, transition to production, and production programs.
• Experience in managing programs with subcontracts key to program performance.
• Ability to communicate across multiple disciplines to provide leadership and vision for the program.
• Ability to engage and build relationship with peers, customers, and critical stakeholders.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Growth Mindset

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 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:

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

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: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Program Management

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First