Subcontract Program Manager

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Montreal; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Canada Inc. is seeking a Subcontract Program Manager (SPM) to lead subcontracts and the Subcontract Management Teams.

You will oversee performance, controls, and risk mitigation across assigned subcontractors, ensuring alignment with ITB and CVP goals, and act as CAM for reporting to PM leadership. The role requires a degree in Engineering/Science/Business and 10+ years of relevant experience in complex programs, with strong leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Engineering, Science or Business degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience/education.
• 10+ years equivalent experience in engineering, project management, contract/subcontract administration or pertinent experience on complex military programs or similar programs.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Solid interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Program performance of all assigned subcontractors.
• Program controls and metrics for all assigned subcontracts.
• Performing and supporting subcontract risk mitigation efforts.
• Ensuring that subcontractor meets/exceeds ITB and CVP goals for program acquisitions.
• Cost Account Manager (CAM) for subcontracts/materials reporting and ensuring PM leadership informed on progress and corrective actions.
• Ensuring there are no red subcontractors.
• Implementing a supply chain strategy that meets program/customer expectations.
• Implementing risk mitigation tools to reduce program risks using RBAT, TKO and Lean Six Sigma tools.
• Organizing the execution phase of the program in a matrix environment to keep leaders informed.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Engineering/Science/Business degree

10+ years experience

Education

Engineering, Science or Business degree

Job description

Reporting to the Lockheed Martin Canada Inc. (Lockheed Martin) Subcontracts Department Manager, the Subcontract Program Manager (SPM) is responsible for managing assigned subcontracts and acting as lead for the associated Subcontract Management Teams (SMTs).

As SPM, the successful candidate will assume responsibilities that include the following efforts/tasks:

• Program performance of all assigned subcontractors
• Program controls and metrics for all assigned subcontracts
• Performing and supporting subcontract risk mitigation efforts
• Ensuring that subcontractor meets/exceeds the Industrial and Technology Benefits (ITB) and Canadian Value Proposition (CVP) goals for the program acquisitions
• Cost Account Manager (CAM) for subcontracts/materials reporting and ensuring Sourcing/Program Manager (PM) leadership is well informed on progress and any necessary corrective action plans
• Ensuring there are no red subcontractors
• Implementing a supply chain strategy that meets/exceeds program/customer expectations
• Implementing risk mitigation tools to reduce/eliminate program risks for any core/critical suppliers/subcontractors using tools such as Risk Based Assessment Tool (RBAT), Technical Kick-off (TKO) events and other Lean Six Sigma tools/techniques
• Implementing an organization concept for the execution phase of the program (post award); working in a matrix assignment to ensure that functional and programmatic leaders are informed on progress
• Performing other assignments as directed in support of the business

Required Skills and Experience:

• Engineering, Science or Business degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience/ education combination with professional experience and specialized training commensurate with assignment
• 10+ years equivalent experience in engineering, project management, contract/subcontract administration or pertinent experience on complex military programs or similar programs
• Strong leadership skills
• Solid interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Contract and subcontract management experience
• Participation in leadership development activities
• Experience in related fields such as Defence (Navy, Army, Air Force), Aerospace and Cyber security.