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Lockheed Martin · 2 days ago

Subcontract Program Manager, Sr. Staff

Possible

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$141K/yr - $245K/yr

8+ years exp

Lockheed Martin is a leader in advancing defense technology, and they are seeking a Subcontract Program Manager, Sr. Staff to oversee subcontractors and ensure compliance with contractual requirements. The role involves managing costs, quality, and performance, while developing strategic plans for subcontract program management.

AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

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 ManagementSubcontract ManagementProject ManagementNegotiationEarned Value ManagementMicrosoft OfficeData-Based Decision MakingSupplier ManagementContract KnowledgeDefense Industry ExperienceTeamworkCommunication SkillsCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingRelationship BuildingOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelors degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education

8+ professional experience in either Project Engineering, Project Management, or Supply Chain Management (i.e… Procurement, Subcontract Administration, Subcontract Management, Negotiation, and/or Category Management)

Ability to travel approximately 25% +/-

You will need to be a US Citizen, and be able to obtain and maintain a US SECRET clearance, to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Preferred

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

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