Subcontract Program Manager (HYBRID TELEWORK)
Lockheed Martin •
Position Type: Permanent
Job Description:
Description:WHAT WERE DOING
At Lockheed Martin, we are leading innovative projects in defense and technology, working on advanced systems that support and protect our national security. Our Acoustic Rapid COTS Insertion (ARCI) Production program is at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge solutions that enhance the capabilities of our defense forces.
THE WORK
As a Subcontract Program Manager, you will be responsible for all cost, schedule, and technical performance aspects of subcontracts and suppliers within the ARCI Production program. You will lead the Subcontract Management Team and act as the Supply Chain lead for material activity, leveraging our Material Program Managers. This role involves both on-site work and telework, with travel to suppliers as necessary. Position is highly visible within Lockheed Martin and Customer leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and maintain a programmatic business rhythm as the SMT and Supply Chain Lead to ensure cost, schedule, and technical objectives are met for subcontractors and suppliers.
• Leverage supply chain metrics to identify improvement opportunities and monitor overall performance and efficiency.
• Lead programmatic and technical meetings with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Oversee all subcontractor/material budgets and funding allocations / limitations.
• Resolve issues that create risks to subcontractor and supplier performance, while also identifying and exploiting opportunities.
• Manage customer-driven changes and their impact on subcontractors / suppliers.
• Manage the Earned Value baselines of subcontractors.
• Oversee the inputs, forecasts, and performance to plan for material to ensure the program’s Orders, Sales, EBIT, Cash plans are met.
• Communicate effectively with leadership and stakeholders.
WHO WE ARE
Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, security, and advanced technologies company. We are committed to innovation and excellence, dedicated to providing solutions that make a difference. Our team is composed of talented professionals who work together to achieve common goals and drive technological advancements.
WHO YOU ARE
You are a dynamic and experienced professional with a background in subcontract management or program management. You possess strong leadership skills and have a deep understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles. You are an effective communicator and negotiator, able to manage complex projects and drive results.
WHY JOIN US
At Lockheed Martin, we offer more than just a job. We provide opportunities for professional development and growth in a supportive and innovative environment. You will be part of a team that is making a significant impact on national security and technological advancement.
Basic Qualifications:
- Extensive Experience in Subcontract Management and Material Procurement Management, including from RFP generation, Statement of Work creation through closeout
- Experienced in fixed price, cost reimbursable and time and material subcontracting
- Experience in large scale development and material procurement intensive programs
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate large and small scale subcontractor scope and all aspects of the subcontract
- Well versed in Risk and Opportunity management
- Proven skills in building relationships with programs, subcontractor and functional stakeholders. Have shown ability to be effective at maintaining these relationships with key stakeholders through challenging issues and/or complex problems
- Demonstrable experience managing programs and/or subcontractor performance from red to green status
- Demonstrated ability to lead diverse subcontract management teams made up of representatives from multiple disciplines
- Must be able to support travel to work potential subcontractor/supplier issues
- Have personally generated and presented Sourcing related status and reporting metrics, including supplier risk based indicator metrics, which provide insight into supplier cost, schedule, technical status
- Proven flexibility to be able to multi-task and be able to support multiple complex initiatives at the same time
- Strong written and oral communications skills
- Well versed in FAR/DFAR (or international equivalents), and LM Acquisition Procedures
- Experience with the Truth in Negotiation Act (TINA)
- Experience as Cost Account Manager (CAM)
- Ability to obtain a secret clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
Desired Skills:
- Experience managing geographically diverse teams
- Experience working international programs and international subcontractors
- Previous LM experience
-10+ years of progressive SPM experience
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the worlds most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
- Experience managing geographically diverse teams
- Experience working international programs and international subcontractors
- Previous LM experience
-10+ years of progressive SPM experience
Job Ident #:
66238507536
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