Lockheed Martin · 2 weeks ago
Subcontract Program Manager
Lockheed Martin is a leader in aerospace and defense, and they are seeking a Subcontract Program Manager to support the MK48 product line. This role involves leading cross-functional Subcontract Management Teams through the lifecycle of large and complex subcontracts, ensuring successful supply chain strategies and commitments during both proposals and execution.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
Responsibilities
Establish action plans/schedules to ensure supplier successful delivery of contracted materials
Development/Administration of Statement of Work (SOW)
Contract deliverables; equipment and services on time meeting the program needs
Establish negotiation strategies for new subcontracts and additional scope within established subcontracts
Ensure problems are addressed and resolved in a timely manner
SPM will support proposal activities to ensure Lockheed Martin is well positioned with an affordable materials / services solution to win new business / proposals; specific tasks are as follows:
Identification of potential sources of supply
Development of source selection strategy, criteria and planning, including participation in Make / Buy assessments
Develops request for proposal documents, ensuring program flow-downs are maintained
Evaluates proposals for content and quality, challenges subcontractors appropriately
Ensures subcontractors milestone payment plans are aligned with Program expectations and plans
Participates in Corporate Proposal assessments and artifacts; INAR, EPP, Price Analysis, Exhibit 7
This assignment will require the need to travel to subcontractors or other LM Sites on an as-needed basis
This assignment will require the need to travel to subcontractors or other LM Sites on an as-needed basis
Qualification
Required
This position will be aligned to the C6ISR/ASW2 line of business supporting the MK48 product line, with responsibilities in support of the SPM activities
This position is responsible for supply chain strategy during proposals as well as all supply chain commitments (cost, schedule, quality & technical) during execution
This role will involve leading cross-functional Subcontract Management Teams through design, development, and production of large and complex subcontracts
As an SPM you will be responsible to lead multidiscipline Subcontract Management Teams through all aspects of a subcontracts life-cycle maintaining positive performance in the Technical, Cost and Schedule domains
Responsible for large and medium size subcontracts procuring complex systems and subsystems
Establish action plans/schedules to ensure supplier successful delivery of contracted materials
Development/Administration of Statement of Work (SOW)
Contract deliverables; equipment and services on time meeting the program needs
Establish negotiation strategies for new subcontracts and additional scope within established subcontracts
Ensure problems are addressed and resolved in a timely manner
SPM will support proposal activities to ensure Lockheed Martin is well positioned with an affordable materials / services solution to win new business / proposals; specific tasks are as follows:
Identification of potential sources of supply
Development of source selection strategy, criteria and planning, including participation in Make / Buy assessments
Develops request for proposal documents, ensuring program flow-downs are maintained
Evaluates proposals for content and quality, challenges subcontractors appropriately
Ensures subcontractors milestone payment plans are aligned with Program expectations and plans
Participates in Corporate Proposal assessments and artifacts; INAR, EPP, Price Analysis, Exhibit 7
This assignment will require the need to travel to subcontractors or other LM Sites on an as-needed basis
Preferred
FAR / DFAR experience
Familiar with using SAP and Procure to Pay (P2P)
Previous Proposal Manager Experience
Working knowledge of Lockheed Martin Acquisition Procedures
Experience working prime negotiations with USG
Proficient computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Development of and presenting program/supplier assessments, internal/external program reviews and root cause and corrective actions
Strong desire to develop and implement strategic initiatives and drive the team to execute
Demonstrated risk management experience
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills with an ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and changes in deadlines
Prior professional experience working Supply Chain Management (SCM) fundamentals including, processes, procedures, policies, systems, and overall understanding of subcontracts
Strong communication skills with ability to interface with all levels of management
Benefits
Flexible schedules
Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefits
Company
Lockheed Martin
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.
Funding
Current Stage
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$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
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