Space Programs Lead - Defence Program Manager

Lockheed Martin Corporation; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Australia is seeking a Program Manager to lead LMA Space Programs, delivering space program outcomes in collaboration with LM US stakeholders. The role requires navigating cost, schedule and technical performance while engaging government and defence customers.

Applicants should be Australian citizens eligible for a security clearance, with a proven track record managing complex programs in engineering, technology or defence and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering complex programs in engineering, technology or defence.
• Ability to unify multidisciplinary teams to achieve outcomes.
• Strong commercial judgment and stakeholder navigation in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage program activities from inception through completion, with cost, schedule and technical outcomes.
• Identify issues and deliver solutions with stakeholders, including resource changes.
• Serve as primary customer contact and lead program reviews on cost and performance.
• Define resource requirements and coordinate with functional teams to satisfy needs.
• Lead contract negotiations and changes while driving continuous improvement.
• Support future growth and program evolution.

Skills

Program leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Education

Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Lockheed Martin Australia is seeking a Program Manager to lead LMA Space Programs, delivering space program outcomes in collaboration with LM US stakeholders. The role requires navigating cost, schedule and technical performance while engaging government and defence customers.

Applicants should be Australian citizens eligible for a security clearance, with a proven track record managing complex programs in engineering, technology or defence and strong negotiation skills.