Software/IT Engineering Manager

Second-Line Leader For Kayenne Development ProgramStandard Job Description Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. Lockheed Martin's Engineering and Technology Connected & Secure Software Solutions (CS3) organization is looking for a second-line leader for the Kayenne development program. This is a mission-critical national security program that requires strong technical coordination and direct customer engagement.You will lead a first-line manager (who oversees a 15-person team) and directly supervise approximately 14 senior engineers. The position is colocated with the customer full-time, giving you direct visibility to stakeholders and senior leadership while coordinating with a distributed workforce across four remote locations. This role bridges technical execution and program requirements, making sure engineering outputs hit program milestones and timelines. The position requires the ability to complete a polygraph examination.Key responsibilities include:Provide second-line leadership for a first-line manager and a specialized engineering workforceDrive coordination across diverse technical workstreams to align them toward common goalsGuide teams through tactical planning to ensure clear direction and successful executionWork with the Release Train Engineer to plan and synchronize shared program workPlan, organize, and control resources to achieve technical, schedule, and cost objectivesOversee cybersecurity integration across engineering deliverablesProvide oversight for procurement of equipment, software licenses, and IT assetsManage a distributed workforce involving both local and remote locationsEnsure teams maintain progress toward deadlines and program goalsPerform tech planning, design, development, integration, validation for total system life cycleBasic Qualifications:Active Top Secret/SCI clearance5+ years of experience in a technical or engineering leadership roleExperience leading teams of 10+ technical/engineering personnelHands-on experience with Agile development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe)Technical background in software development, IT systems, or related engineering disciplineExperience managing teams distributed across multiple geographic locationsDesired Skills:Experience working embedded with a customer, directly engaging stakeholdersTrack record leading virtual or multi-location teamsFamiliarity with DevSecOps practices and secure software development lifecyclesKnowledge of cybersecurity controls and frameworks (NIST 800-53 Rev 5)Experience with IT asset management, configuration management, and procurement processesExperience with cloud environments, virtualized infrastructure, or full-stack developmentAbility to learn quickly and take ownership in fast-paced environmentsProgram Management Professional (PMP) certificationControl Account Manager (CAM) certification and experienceExperience supporting IC (Intelligence Community) or DOD customersPay Information:Full-Time Salary Range: $166900.00 - $309900.00 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. * Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.