JMATS Program Management Sr Mgr

Lockheed Martin•Marietta, GA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Lockheed Martin, we are committed to delivering cutting-edge training solutions to ensure mission readiness for our warfighters. Our Mobility and Distributed Training Solutions (MDTS) sub-market segment, within Air and Commercial Solutions (ACS), supports the C-130J Maintenance and Aircrew Training Systems (JMATS) Program by providing advanced simulators and training capabilities. THE WORK As a Portfolio Program Management Sr. Manager, you will lead multiple simulator production and modification projects along with sustainment services supporting the JMATS customer. You will oversee the execution of all phases of the project life cycle, ensuring cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives are met. At Lockheed Martin, we are driven by innovation and dedicated to supporting our military personnel with the most advanced training technologies. Our teams thrive in high-impact, collaborative environments, where we solve complex challenges to enhance operational effectiveness. WHO YOU ARE You are a strategic, results-driven leader with a passion for program execution and customer engagement. WHY JOIN US Make an Impact: Directly contribute to mission success by delivering critical training solutions to our U.S. government customer. Career Growth: Gain exposure to high-visibility projects, proposal development, and leadership opportunities. Collaboration & Innovation: Work alongside some of the best minds in the industry to solve complex challenges. Commitment to Excellence: Be part of a company that is recognized for technical excellence and customer commitment. Join us in shaping the future of simulation training and operational readiness for our warfighters! #RMSPM

Requirements

Program and project management experience in defense or aerospace.
Strong leadership and team coordination skills in a cross-functional environment.
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and risk management.
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
A track record of successfully managing complex technical programs from inception to completion.
Demonstrated excellent team building and interpersonal skills, capable of relationship building with customers, employees, and industry partners at all levels and across multiple geographic locations.
Ability to effectively manage a diverse team which includes both LM employees as well as subcontractors.
Expert in Cost/Scheduled Management and Performance Excellence experience
Experience with LM Program Management and Performance Excellence policies and procedures.
Demonstrated Business acumen.
Cost Account Management, Risk Manager, EVMS and Schedule Risk Assessment
Strong understanding of program financial measurements including Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and knowledge of LM program management processes.
Superior risk management skills.
Demonstrated experience shaping, developing, delivering and negotiation change proposals.
Must be willing to travel 25-50% of the time.
Ability to support domestic and international travel on an as needed basis.
Active secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

C-130J aircraft and / or training production or sustainment domain experience.
Thorough Understanding of Training System operations. experience.
Experience in growing training programs through introduction of new product and service via Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) or new Delivery Orders.
Large scale development program experience.
Formal Program Management or Subcontract Management training.
Experience interfacing with domestic and international customers.
Working knowledge of Defense acquisition process.
Air Force program office experience.
PM Level 3 Certified or equivalent experience managing programs >$500M.
Leadership Program Experience, such as Program Management Development Program (PMDP), Advanced Technical Leadership Program (ATLP).
Experience managing a red program and Start Green Stay Green experience.

Responsibilities

Managing cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality training solutions.
Overseeing Earned Value Management (EVM) baseline creation, execution, and business rhythm for assigned modifications.
Acting as the primary customer interface and ensuring alignment with JMATS program and customer requirements.
Driving risk and opportunity management to optimize project outcomes.
Collaborating with other program managers and functional teams to ensure seamless execution as part of a 1LM culture.
Developing new business and strategic plans to keep programs sold and grow new business.
Leading proposal development, contract negotiations, and execution of production and modifications.
Providing status updates and reports to internal leadership and external customers.
Continue to drive 1LMX adoptions into the program.