Program Manager

Lockheed Martin•Arlington, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

You will be the THAAD Launcher Production Program Manager for the UTIAMD Program Management team. Our team is responsible for delivering high-value defense programs and ensuring timely, compliant production across multiple sites. As the Launcher Program Manager you will be responsible for overseeing and leading the Launcher Production Integrated Product Team (IPT), driving cost, schedule, and technical performance of the program. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment, brings a collaborative mindset, and is passionate about delivering high-impact defense solutions. This role stands out because you will shape critical program outcomes that directly support national security while working with world-class experts. Lockheed Martin is committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options.

Requirements

Must hold active secret security clearance
Strong leadership skills, work ethic, and teamwork
Demonstrated ability to excel in high tempo, high demand environments
Possess superior organizational and written/verbal communication skills
Ability to comprehend and summarize complex technical issues associated with major hardware production and develop recommended solutions
Demonstrated ability to develop positive working relationships with external customers
Experience partnering with cross-functional teams
Working knowledge of program management methods including risk and opportunity management

Nice To Haves

Missile/Launcher production experience
IAMD development/post-production exposure
Working knowledge of THAAD or IAMD product and processes
Experience working with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA)
Experience transitioning newly developed products into production
Experience leading domestic and international production teams in execution of critical defense hardware deliveries
IPT leadership experience

Responsibilities

Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external customers, supporting program reviews on cost, schedule, and technical performance.
Manage adherence to the production integrated master schedule and prioritize work across technical, manufacturing, and administrative areas.
Support program risk and opportunity management boards, identifying and developing mitigation plans.
Coordinate activities between suppliers, manufacturing sites, Lockheed Martin functional groups, and the THAAD Program Office to clear constraints and execute on deliveries to various customers
Lead internal and external program reviews, including various customers and Lockheed Martin production sites
Support affordability initiatives and producibility enhancements to drive down unit cost.

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
flexible scheduling options
accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons (Washington state applicants only)
receive at least 90 hours for holidays (Washington state applicants only)
accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month (Represented full time employees)
accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually (Represented full time employees)
receive at least 96 hours for holidays (Represented full time employees)
This position is incentive plan eligible.