Subcontract Program Management, Senior Staff at Lockheed Martin

Subcontract Program Management, Senior Staff | Lockheed Martin

The mission matters. So do the people behind it. With advancing defense technology at our core, what sets us apart is a culture of collaboration, purpose, and impact.

What is the mission?

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. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision.

What is the mission?

Supply Chain's vision is to enable customer and mission success through supply chain strategies and execution that deliver superior operational program performance and create competitive advantage through continuous improvement. It is our mission to deliver affordable supply chain solutions that meet all program requirements and manage supply chain risks to ensure positive supplier performance through all phases of the program life-cycle from capture to sustainment. If you are an enthusiastic, self-starter, eager to learn in a dynamic environment, come join our team. This is an ideal opportunity for you to make an impact on our supply chain strategy for robust, efficient, and fast program startup & execution. Here, we are driven by innovation and integrity. By applying the highest standards of business ethics and a forward-thinking mindset, we believe everything is within our reach and yours -- as a Lockheed Martin employee. What is it like to work as Supply Chain?

In this role you will have the following daily key responsibilities:

• Manages subordinate teams overseeing subcontractors or critical subcontracted systems for all contract types and programs, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and company policies.
• Directs and manages all costs, quality, schedule, financial, and technical performance requirements that are levied on the subcontractor or the product family and is required to ensure performance and support of the contract milestones of the system.
• Develops sourcing and subcontract program management strategic plans that address overall program capture needs, execution, and risk management.
• Acts as the main focal point to the subcontractor and program management office.
• Responsible for and directs all phases of the subcontract from initiation of the business case for make or buy decisions through requests for proposals, transition to program startup, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, cost accountability, program execution, and contract closeout.
• Makes informed decisions affecting the performance of the subcontractor.
• Establishes milestone objectives to manage performance to committed schedules and contractual specifications.
• Leads a cross-functional team, normally composed of engineers, quality, and procurement personnel, to ensure successful subcontract execution and program delivery.

This position does not support teleworking; the preferred candidate will be located near our Lockheed Martin Space facility in either Denver, CO, or Titusville, FL., and be expected to work in the office.

To be effective, ideally, you should also have:

• Masters degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education.
• 15+ professional experience in either Project Engineering, Project Management, or Supply Chain Management (i.e Procurement, Subcontract Administration, Subcontract Management, Negotiation, and/or Category Management).
• Prior professional experience managing the performance, design, or procurement of specialized materials, complex assemblies, and equipment within the Defense industry.
• Prior professional experience with Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Proficient computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Detail and teamwork oriented with demonstrated organizational skills.
• Possess effective relationship-building skills with peers, leadership, and suppliers.
• Demonstrated exceptional strategic communication skills, both written, verbal, and presentation, to effectively communicate business cases to all levels of peers, suppliers, and stakeholders, as well as program executives, with an ability to persuade and motivate action.
• You bring positivity and enthusiasm to every project you touch. In addition to the work, you love being part of a team and working collaboratively through the process.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize tasks in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to make data based business decisions, with a proven record of successful performance.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional Supplier Management Teams.
• Knowledge of FAR/DFAR.
• In depth knowledge of all contract types and how to utilize them in various program scenarios.
• Prior professional experience with long form subcontracts.
• Prior professional experience on DoD programs.
• Prior professional negotiation experience.
• Prior professional experience driving contractual & technical issues to closure.
• Prior professional experience improving team and supplier performance.
• By applying to this role, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities, within Lockheed Martin, where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's competitive and comprehensive benefits package here. We are also committed to enabling transitioning veterans to connect with their communities and find new purpose as they reintegrate into civilian life. By clicking on the link, you can find out more on how we proudly support the Military/Veterans Network: Hiring Our Heroes Joining Lockheed Martin Space means becoming part of a global network of passionate professionals dedicated to safety and shaping the future of defense capabilities At Space we value your skills, training, and education. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, everything is within our reach and yours as a Lockheed Martin Space employee. just to name a few reasons to join Lockheed Martin Space, and experience your future!