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Lockheed Martin · 1 month ago

Advanced Capabilities Project Manager

Arlington Virginia

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$120K/yr - $208K/yr

5+ years exp

Lockheed Martin is a leader in defense technology and innovation, seeking an Advanced Capabilities Project Manager to drive growth by connecting their capabilities with U.S. Government programs. The role involves cultivating relationships with key defense officials, identifying business opportunities, and supporting R&D initiatives.

AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support corporate functions and business areas to establish and achieve their domestic business objectives, with specific expertise and customer insights in OSW and Service programs and processes for contracted R&D

Coordinate and support the execution of LM advocacy and strategy campaigns to engage external stakeholders in support of key R&D or prototype areas such as hypersonics, directed energy, autonomous systems, and international R&D

Manage the coordination of various internal stakeholders and cross functional teams for high profile initiatives

Participate in strategy reviews, color teams, and other business rhythms, providing subject matter expertise on R&D issues, priorities, “voice of the customer” and related insights

Maintain currency on emerging technologies and potential applications for addressing critical national security needs

Perform customer data analysis and budget analysis for key R&D initiatives

Travel as necessary to support LM business activities, customer engagements, and approved training activities

Qualification

DoW R&D experienceDefense technology knowledgeBudget formulation expertiseAdvanced technology familiarityStrategic planning experiencePolicy discipline degreeWriting skillsProject management

Required

Minimum 5 years of experience working directly with, or supporting, DoW R&D organizations

Comprehensive understanding of the DoW R&D organizations such as OSW(R&E), DARPA, Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO), Service labs (e.g., AFRL, ARL, ONR), and rapid acquisition/prototyping offices

Knowledge of DoW and budget formulation and execution processes

Familiarity with Lockheed Martin advanced technology programs

Ability to evaluate and articulate the impact of emerging and disruptive technologies on defense capabilities

Preferred

Track record of interacting with congressional staff supporting defense authorizations and appropriations

Experience in defense policy or strategy environments; participation with think tanks or policy institutes is a plus

Subject matter expertise in at least one major advanced capability area (e.g., hypersonics, directed energy, missile defense, counter UAS)

Prior experience in strategic planning, business development or project management for DoW technology programs

Excellent writing skills and experience in executive and/or principal preparation

Advanced degree in a technical or policy discipline (Engineering, Physics, Public Policy, Defense Studies, etc.)

Benefits

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

Holidays

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

Founded in 1912

Bethesda, Maryland, USA

10001+ employees