Edge Processing and Electronics Sr. Program Manager

Lockheed Martin; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 205,000 - 381,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental Leave

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead a team of program managers responsible for developing next generation edge processing and electronics technologies and products. The role oversees program execution across a portfolio of space programs, drives customer engagement, and manages staffing and resources to meet mission objectives.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field, 15+ years of program management experience, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant technical field
• ≥15 years of program management experience in hardware-centric, edge-processing or electronics product development
• Strong understanding of edge processing architectures, embedded systems, power electronics, RF/analog design and related standards
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance

Responsibilities

• Direct and mentor a team of program managers to deliver edge processing and electronics programs on schedule and within budget
• Support program managers and act as liaison with key customers, communicating status, risks, and mitigation strategies
• Define staffing requirements and coordinate with HR and functional leaders to staff technical resources
• Ensure executable program budgets, forecast financial performance, and manage risks with corrective actions
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to drive integrated product development and stakeholder alignment

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Customer engagement

Budget and risk management

Staffing and staffing planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field

Job description

Standard Job Description Lockheed Martin Space’s Ignite Edge Processing & Electronics organization identifies, develops, and transitions next generation edge processing and electronic technologies across the space enterprise. The group works with industry, acedemia, and customers to develop and transition these emerging technolgies to provide new and advance capabilities to Lockeed Martin missions. We are hiring a Senior Program Manager to lead a team of Program Managers responsible for the development of next generation edge processing & electronics technologies and products. This role manages the successful program execution across a portfolio of space programs, drives customer engagement, and oversees staffing and resource allocation to meet program and mission objectives.

Standard Job Description Lockheed Martin Space’s Ignite Edge Processing & Electronics organization identifies, develops, and transitions next generation edge processing and electronic technologies across the space enterprise. The group works with industry, acedemia, and customers to develop and transition these emerging technolgies to provide new and advance capabilities to Lockeed Martin missions. We are hiring a Senior Program Manager to lead a team of Program Managers responsible for the development of next generation edge processing & electronics technologies and products. This role manages the successful program execution across a portfolio of space programs, drives customer engagement, and oversees staffing and resource allocation to meet program and mission objectives.

Standard Job Description Lockheed Martin Space’s Ignite Edge Processing & Electronics organization identifies, develops, and transitions next generation edge processing and electronic technologies across the space enterprise. The group works with industry, acedemia, and customers to develop and transition these emerging technolgies to provide new and advance capabilities to Lockeed Martin missions. We are hiring a Senior Program Manager to lead a team of Program Managers responsible for the development of next generation edge processing & electronics technologies and products. This role manages the successful program execution across a portfolio of space programs, drives customer engagement, and oversees staffing and resource allocation to meet program and mission objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Execution Leadership: Direct and mentor a team of program managers to deliver next generation edge processing and electronics programs on schedule, within budget, and to required performance standards.
• Customer Engagement: Support Program managers and serve as liaison with key customers, understanding their needs, aligning program objectives, and communicating status, risks, and mitigation strategies. Conduct regular briefings, reviews, and technical exchange meetings to ensure customer satisfaction and identify new business opportunities.
• Staffing & Resource Management: Define staffing requirements, assign program managers and work with Engineering and Technology to staff technical resources to meet program demands. Coordinate with talent acquisition, HR, and functional leaders to secure required expertise and maintain optimal team composition.
• Financial & Risk Oversight: Work with program managers to ensure executable program budgets, forecast financial performance, and ensure cost‑effectiveness. Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, schedule, and program risks; implement corrective actions and escalation procedures as needed.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, systems, test, supply chain, and operations teams to drive integrated product development. Facilitate communication and alignment across internal stakeholders and external partners.

Standard Job Description: Directs all phases of programs from inception through completion. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs. Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes. Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract. Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Establishes design concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration and test. Develops new business or expands the product line with the customer. Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications. Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas. Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
• ≥15 years of program management experience in hardware‑centric, edge‑computing, or electronics product development
• Strong understanding of edge processing architectures, embedded systems, power electronics, RF/analog design, and related industry standards
• Ability to obtain & maintain a TS/SCI w/Poly clearance

Desired Skills

• >10yrs Experience developing space qualifed edge processing and electronics technologies and products
• Experience managing senior‑level customer relationships, including contract negotiations and technical reviews
• Excellent oral and written communication; ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Active TS/SCI w/Poly Clearance

Pay Information

GeoZones are geographic groupings created by Lockheed Martin to align compensation ranges with regional labor markets and cost-of-labor differences across the United States. Locations are assigned a Geo Zone based on the primary work location of the role.

• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $228100.00 - $423700.00
• Includes metropolitan areas such as Sunnyvale CA; Pal Alto, CA; New York City metropolitan area; Newark, New Jersey; etc.
• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 2): $205300.00 - $381300.00
• Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc.
• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): $182500.00 - $338900.00
• Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas–Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc.
• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): $164200.00 - $305000.00
• Includes metropolitan areas such as Camden, AR; Lexington, KY; Lufkin, TX; etc.

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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.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.