Deputy Program Manager

Lockheed Martin•Moorestown, NJ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we are inspired by innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and creative thinking, everything is within our reach – and yours as a Lockheed Martin employee. Lockheed Martin values your skills, training and education. Come and experience your future! THE WORK Domestic Vertical Launching System (VLS) team is seeking a self-driven, disciplined leader experienced with successfully delivering complex cross functional projects on schedule within budget. To be successful in this position, the candidate must have the ability to facilitate and drive to closure complex technical/non-technical issues with practical solutions. The candidate must show willingness to dive deep to uncover insights into those issues and their associated solutions. A strong candidate is customer-focused and displays a bias for action in everything they do. The ability to effectively communicate with senior management and other functional departments within the organization is key to success. Specifically, the role is as the deputy program manager for the MK-41 United States Navy customer responsible for supporting MK 41 VLS module production execution and new business. The deputy program manager role is focused on driving day to day actions to closure including holding the matrixed program team accountable for commitments, facilitating administrative activities such as program measurement and program directives, and providing program direction to the team. The deputy program manager will work closely with the program manager to divide and execute the program workload to successfully delivery USN and FMS VLS modules. The role is a critical team member supporting the broader MK 41 Vertical Launching System franchise for LM. WHO WE ARE "Our customers are world-wide and so is our reputation for creating original solutions with the latest technologies. Our products keep our customers safe and bring them home to their families at night. We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus - if you have the resourcefulness and perseverance to work hard, then we want to create a better tomorrow with you." WHO YOU ARE You thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment and are committed to delivering best-in-class products and solutions. WHY JOIN US " We believe that owning your career and having the freedom to make critical business decisions is key to making a real impact. With the autonomy to use your skills and expertise in innovative ways, you can take on exciting challenges and help solve some of the world's most pressing problems."

Requirements

2-4 years of project management such as deputy PM, CAM, Subcontracts PM, etc.
Customer interface experience
Experience with earned value management and risk management
Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM)
Experience in proposal management process
Knowledge of LM RMS’s program and financial measurements (orders, sales, EBIT and cash)
Knowledge of DoD contract types (CPFF, FFP, CPIF, etc.)
Ability to multi-task and coordinate / manage multiple contracts/projects simultaneously
Cross functional team management
Strong organizational skills
Demonstrated self-starter who can take initiative and work independently with minimal direction and oversight
Ability to travel to domestically
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Nice To Haves

2-4 years of LM specific program management roles
Experience with United States Navy customer
Experience with production projects and DCMA
Knowledge and/or experience with launcher systems requirements
Experience with working with major suppliers with significant program scope and schedule
Data-driven management philosophy including analyzing and understanding project measurements
Strong written and verbal communications skills with track record of presenting to internal and external customers
Demonstrated maturity, judgement, negotiation/influence skills, analytical skills, and leadership skills
Demonstrated track record of delivering results in fluid or ambiguous situations

Responsibilities

Executing USN MK 41 VLS module production programs
Executing FMS MK 41 VLS module production programs
Executing new business activities including proposals
Coordinating MK 41 VLS module activities across the enterprise functions
Managing and supporting a production line
Managing and supporting Government Furnished Equipment
Managing a cross functional team across multiple LM sites
Working with subcontracts to manage key suppliers that have significant scope and impact
Acts as an internal and external customer interface for the module production program
Executes multiple simultaneous projects including USG contracts, capital projects, and new business funds (NBF) activities