Program Manager, Mission Systems Segment - Level 5

Basic QualificationsBachelors Degree or higherProgram or project management experience in aerospace, defense, or high‑tech software development.Experience managing software development programs, with solid understanding of software lifecycle, configuration management, and/or verification / validation.Earned Value Management experienceExperience in decision‑making, conflict‑resolution, and stakeholder‑engagement.Active Secret Clearance.Job DescriptionWe are Lockheed MartinSkunk Works is the legendary advanced development arm of Lockheed Martin, known for pioneering breakthrough aerospace technologies that redefine the possible.What You Will Be DoingYou will be the Mission Systems Segment Program Manager managing the development of Software Enabled Mission Systems, sensors and related hardware subsystems, and requisite software, leading their procurement, development, integration, and verification for an ADP portfolio. This program is a high visibility, fast paced effort to deliver cutting edge integrated mission capabilities and software for a new development program.The successful candidates will manage a cross-functional team to execute existing and emerging contract efforts. Management responsibility will focus on executing contractual performance to include technical oversight of engineering efforts, support the development of communications to customers and senior levels of industry partner organizations, major subcontracted efforts, and responsibility over the scope, cost, and schedule of a major Skunk Works program.As the Mission Systems Segment Program Manager, you will be responsible for Owning the program’s execution plan (schedule, budget, risk register) and continuously adjust to meet contractual milestones. Provide oversight of software architecture and design reviews; intervene quickly to resolve issues. Lead a multi disciplinary team, breaking down silos and establishing a single team “value stream” mentality. Serve as the senior technical liaison to customers, senior leadership, and industry partners, and suppliers; produce concise status briefings and technical presentations. Drive team’s overall program execution and performance Partner with Technical Leads, Architects, Supply Chain, Risk Manager, Planning, Finance, and business management organizations ensure integrated execution strategy and success managing to portfolio metricsWhat’s In It For YouOur employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:MedicalDental401kPaid time offWork/life balanceCareer developmentMentorship opportunitiesRewards & recognitionLearn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.Desired SkillsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field; Master’s preferred.Direct experience with flight‑control, avionics, or vehicle‑level software in a Defense or Space program.Familiarity with Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (e.g., MagicDraw, Cameo).Exposure to DevSecOps pipelines, CI/CD tooling (Jenkins, GitLab, etc.).Other Important InformationBy 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 remotelyOnsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.