Subcontract Program Manager, Sr. Staff jobs in United States
cer-icon
Apply on Employer Site
company-logo

Lockheed Martin · 18 hours ago

Subcontract Program Manager, Sr. Staff

Lockheed Martin is a leader in advancing defense technology, emphasizing collaboration and innovation. The Subcontract Program Manager will manage subcontractors and oversee all phases of subcontract management, ensuring compliance and performance across various programs.

AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
check
Growth Opportunities
badNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Manages subordinate teams overseeing subcontractors or critical subcontracted systems for all contract types and programs, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and company policies
Directs and manages all costs, quality, schedule, financial, and technical performance requirements that are levied on the subcontractor or the product family and is required to ensure performance and support of the contract milestones of the system
Develops sourcing and subcontract program management strategic plans that address overall program capture needs, execution, and risk management
Acts as the main focal point to the subcontractor and program management office
Responsible for and directs all phases of the subcontract from initiation of the business case for make or buy decisions through requests for proposals, transition to program startup, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, cost accountability, program execution, and contract closeout
Makes informed decisions affecting the performance of the subcontractor
Establishes milestone objectives to manage performance to committed schedules and contractual specifications
Leads a cross-functional team, normally composed of engineers, quality, and procurement personnel, to ensure successful subcontract execution and program delivery

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementEarned Value ManagementProject ManagementNegotiationMicrosoft OfficeStrategic CommunicationSupplier ManagementRelationship BuildingCritical ThinkingData-Based Decision MakingContract Types KnowledgeDoD Programs ExperienceLong Form SubcontractsDetail OrientedTeamworkProblem Solving

Required

Masters degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education
15+ professional experience in either Project Engineering, Project Management, or Supply Chain Management (i.e… Procurement, Subcontract Administration, Subcontract Management, Negotiation, and/or Category Management)
Prior professional experience managing the performance, design, or procurement of specialized materials, complex assemblies, and equipment within the Defense industry
Prior professional experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)
Proficient computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Detail and teamwork oriented with demonstrated organizational skills
Possess effective relationship-building skills with peers, leadership, and suppliers
Demonstrated exceptional strategic communication skills, both written, verbal, and presentation, to effectively communicate business cases to all levels of peers, suppliers, and stakeholders, as well as program executives, with an ability to persuade and motivate action
You bring positivity and enthusiasm to every project you touch. In addition to the work, you love being part of a team and working collaboratively through the process
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize tasks in a fast paced environment
Ability to make data based business decisions, with a proven record of successful performance
Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional Supplier Management Teams
Knowledge of FAR/DFAR
In depth knowledge of all contract types and how to utilize them in various program scenarios
Prior professional experience with long form subcontracts
Prior professional experience on DoD programs
Prior professional negotiation experience
Prior professional experience driving contractual & technical issues to closure
Prior professional experience improving team and supplier performance

Benefits

Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefits

Company

Lockheed Martin

company-logo
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
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

leader-logo
Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
linkedin
leader-logo
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
linkedin
Company data provided by crunchbase