Lockheed Martin · 1 day ago
Subcontract Program Manager - Associate Manager
Cape Canaveral, Vandenberg AFB California, Florida
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$104K/yr - $184K/yr
8+ years expLockheed Martin is a leader in advancing defense technology, and they are seeking a Subcontract Program Manager to support the Payload Launch Site Support Services program. This role involves managing subcontractors and ensuring performance and support of contract milestones, while also developing strategic plans for subcontract program management.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Manages subordinate teams overseeing subcontractors or critical subcontracted systems for all contract types and programs
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
Develops sourcing and subcontract program management strategic plans that address overall program capture needs and execution
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, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, cost accountability and program execution
Makes decisions affecting the performance of the subcontractor
Establishes milestone objectives and manages performance to committed schedules and contractual specifications
Leads team normally composed of engineers, quality and procurement personnel
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college
Contracts / Subcontracts experience
Prior professional experience working with suppliers to execute to a baseline on a development and/or production program and/or services contracts
Understanding of and/or experience negotiating and securing funding for complex long-term agreements
Must be open to occasional travel approximately ~10% to support Program and/or Supplier visits
You will need to be a US Citizen, and be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD TS/SCI w/Poly 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
8+ years of professional experience
Strong desire to develop and implement strategic initiatives and drive the team to execute
Prior professional experience working Supply Chain Management (SCM) fundamentals including, processes, procedures, policies, systems, and overall understanding of subcontracts, and acquisition procedures
Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and contracting types
In-depth knowledge of all types of contracts and how to utilize which type in various program scenarios
Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with an ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and changes in deadlines
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment and work well under pressure
Experienced presenter to Program Management, internal stakeholders, and Customer representative
Ability to drive actions and results/resolution of contractual/technical issues and successful outcomes through teamwork
Implement continuous improvement leading to improved team and supplier performance
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal customers and stakeholders
Strong business acumen with a proven record of successful performance with focus on mission success, with demonstrated strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrated skills to drive culture change supporting enterprise initiatives (e.g. digital transformation, shift to 'we vs. me' behaviors)
Must be able to resolve complex problems in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills with ability to interface with all levels of management
Ability to be flexible and accept change
Proficient computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office
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
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.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
Leadership Team
Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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