Program Manager

Description: As the Program Manager for a clean‑sheet design, you will own the end‑to‑end execution of the program, driving schedule, cost, performance, and risk targets while coordinating a multi‑disciplinary team of engineers, supply chain, and multi‑disciplined professionals to interface with regulators and commercial partners. Responsibilities Program Leadership – Define, maintain, and communicate the program baseline (schedule, budget, performance metrics); lead integrated product‑development teams across airframe, propulsion, systems, avionics, certification, and operations; chair program review boards and provide concise status briefings to senior leadership and external stakeholders. Schedule & Cost Management – Develop the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS); monitor critical path, forecast variances, and initiate corrective actions; own the program budget (cost to complete, earned value), track cash flow, and report financial health to Finance and Executives; conduct trade studies and value engineering reviews to protect margin while meeting performance goals. Risk & Opportunity Management – identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks and opportunities throughout the program. Stakeholder & Partner Management – serve as the primary point of contact for commercial customers, airline partners, and government agencies (FAA, DoD, EASA); partner with supply chain to negotiate contracts, milestones, and deliverables with Tier 1 suppliers and subcontractors; coordinate with Business Development, Marketing, and Legal to align commercial strategy with technical delivery. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field. Minimum 8 years of progressive program management experience on large, complex aerospace or commercial‑aircraft programs (e.g., commercial jets, turboprops, UAVs, or hybrid‑electric concepts) with full responsibility for cost, schedule, and technical performance. Proficiency with Earned Value Management (EVM), Integrated Master Scheduling, and risk‑management tools. Desired Skills Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Business Administration (MBA). Direct experience with hybrid electric or electric propulsion systems. Prior work on dual‑use (commercial & defense) aircraft programs. Experience with government contracts (DAF M, FAR, ITAR compliance). Familiarity with sustainability metrics (CO₂ reduction, fuel burn analysis). Experience developing external partnerships. Security Clearance Requires a US Citizen and a Secret level security clearance. This position requires a government security clearance. Remote Work Part‑time Remote Telework: the employee selected for this position will work part of the schedule remotely and part at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process. Employment Details Type: Full‑Time Shift: First Schedule: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr