Program Management Manager
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on100, Cedar Falls Court, Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, 35806, United States
About the Mission
Space is a critical domain connecting our technologies, security, and humanity. At Lockheed Martin Space, we view space not merely as a destination, but as a realm of possibilities where we innovate, invest, inspire, and integrate capabilities to transform the future. Our mission is to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of technology through our 21st Century Security® vision.
About the Role
This position serves as the Design Manager for the Space Based Interceptor (SBI) program, focusing on top Space Vehicle mechanical integration. You will lead a team of approximately 10 mechanical engineers to develop flight configurations, detail engineering releases, and support production operations. The role is heavily involved in meeting technical challenges while supporting the overall program schedule.
In this capacity, you will partner with the SBI Program Office to maintain a clear understanding of the mission purpose and develop strategies to enable high-performance execution. You will drive design closure to meet program needs, coordinate with key teams including production, systems, and the PMO to mitigate issues, and facilitate conversations across adjacent functions. The role requires navigating complex technical requirements for demonstration flights to enable risk-reducing design choices as configurations evolve.
Hiring Process
The application window will close in 90 days. Applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 to 30 days of the requisition posting date to receive optimal consideration. By applying, you express interest in this position and may be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements are identified as a match.
Culture and Opportunity
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our employees are some of the greatest minds in the industry, fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. We prioritize diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility, offering flexible schedules and comprehensive benefits to support a healthy, fulfilling life.
Equal Opportunity
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Work location
Work model: On-site
100, Cedar Falls Court, Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, 35806, United States
Huntsville, Alabama
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDetail engineering releases and support production operations for Space Based Interceptor
- check_circleCoordinate with production, systems, PMO, and subcontractors to identify and mitigate issues
- check_circleDrive design closure to meet program schedule needs and technical requirements
- check_circleDevelop partnering strategies with adjacent mission areas to enable high-performance execution
- check_circleSupport the SBI Program Office in executing the overall program and understanding mission purpose
- check_circleLead a team of approximately 10 mechanical engineers to develop flight configurations
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- verifiedExperience in Engineering Development (SRR/PDR/CDR)
- verifiedExperience in support to production operations
- verifiedDemonstrated team leadership or prior management experience
- verifiedMCAD proficiency
- verifiedUS Citizen
Nice to Have
Experience with Satellite or Missile Propulsion. Prior management experience. Demonstrated behaviors of a systems thinker. Experience with risk and opportunity management and continuous improvement concepts. Experience in cost analysis, schedule, and risk & opportunity management. Ability to navigate a diverse environment and build consensus across functional boundaries. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurancecheck_circleLife Insurancecheck_circleShort-Term Disability and Long-Term Disabilitycheck_circle401(k) matchFlexible Spending Accounts
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Development, Mcad, Satellite Propulsion, Missile Propulsion, Systems Thinking, Cost Analysis, Schedule Management, Risk And Opportunity Management.
Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline or equivalent education and experience.
Frequently asked questions about Program Management Manager at Lockheed Martin
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Day-to-day, the Program Management Manager at Lockheed Martin will detail engineering releases and support production operations for space based interceptor; coordinate with production, systems, pmo, and subcontractors to identify and mitigate issues; drive design closure to meet program schedule needs and technical requirements; and develop partnering strategies with adjacent mission areas to enable high-performance execution.
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To qualify for the Program Management Manager at Lockheed Martin position, applicants should have: Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline; Experience in Engineering Development (SRR/PDR/CDR); Experience in support to production operations; Demonstrated team leadership or prior management experience; MCAD proficiency; and US Citizen.
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Program Management Manager at Lockheed Martin is based in 100, Cedar Falls Court, Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, 35806, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Lockheed Martin has listed this Program Management Manager role as on-site.
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Key skills for Program Management Manager at Lockheed Martin include Mechanical Engineering; Engineering Development; Mcad; Satellite Propulsion; Missile Propulsion; Systems Thinking; Cost Analysis; and Schedule Management.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline or equivalent education and experience.
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Program Management Manager at Lockheed Martin is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.