Manufacturing Program Manager - Mid-Career - Level 3

Lockheed Martin Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems is seeking a Deputy Manufacturing Project Manager to oversee AREW program manufacturing, align technical, cost, schedule, and quality commitments, and serve as the single POC for Operations/Manufacturing activities.

The role emphasizes collaborative leadership, proposal development, and rigorous risk assessment, with a requirement of 3+ years in related roles and US citizenship for security clearance.

Qualifications

• Written, Verbal, and impactful communication skills from operator to executive level.
• Ability to lead small and large teams.
• Proposal experience.
• BOE Creation.
• Risk Assessment.
• This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Deputy Manufacturing Project Manager (MPM) supports the program lead MPM and oversees AREW program manufacturing.
• CAM: responsible for overall technical, cost, schedule, and quality commitments for Production Operations scope.
• PMO Interface: act as single POC/Lead for Operations/Manufacturing activities on the program; represent MSPO Ops/Manufacturing.
• Proposal Lead: prepare production operations cost and management proposals for new business opportunities during capture phase.
• MSPO Lead for Operations: lead for all manufacturing processes.
• Data share on cost and schedule.
• Problem resolution across MSPO functions; transition to production; staffing and resource planning.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Leadership of teams

Proposal experience

BOE Creation

Risk Assessment

US Citizenship (security)

Job description

Standard Job Description

WHAT WE'RE DOING

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we're on a mission to drive innovation and uphold the highest standards of business ethics. We believe that by pushing the boundaries of visionary thinking, we can achieve exceptional results. As a Lockheed Martin employee, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in an environment that values integrity and excellence.

THE WORK

Responsibilities include:

• Deputy Manufacturing Project Manager (MPM). This function assists the program lead MPM and provides oversight for programs under the Airborne Radar & Electronic Warfare (AREW) portfolio of programs.
• CAM; Responsible for the overall technical, cost, schedule, and quality commitments and performance for the Production Operations scope within the program.
• PMO Interface: Act as the single POC/Lead for the Operations/Manufacturing activities on the program; represent the MSPO Operations/Manufacturing functional organization; responsible for the development and integration of all Operations/Manufacturing efforts within the program.
• Proposal Lead: Serve as Operations POC during Business Capture Phase by preparing production operations cost and management proposals for new business opportunities and facilitating capital requirements during proposal activity.
• MSPO Lead for Operations: Act as lead for all manufacturing process.
• Data Share on cost and schedule.
• Problem resolution across entire MSPO Functions; Transition to production; staffing and resource; LRP Projections.

Please Note: This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a communicative leader with a strong background in risk assessment and proposal development who can guide teams through complex manufacturing processes. You possess the technical acumen to manage production operations and the strategic mindset to drive program performance.

A level 3 empoloyee is mid-career and typically has 3+ years of related experience.

WHY JOIN US

In this role you will have the opportunity to lead critical manufacturing initiatives within the AREW portfolio, applying your expertise in BOE creation and CAM to deliver high-impact results.

Our benefits are built to match the caliber of your work. Reliable, high performing, and mission ready. You’ll enjoy world class resources, mentorship, continuous learning, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work life balance—all within a culture that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration.

Basic Qualifications

• Written, Verbal, and impactful communication skills from operator to executive level
• Ability to lead small and large teams
• Proposal experience
• BOE Creation
• Risk Assessment
• This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Desired Skills

• CAM or ability to be CAM Certified (Must receive CAM certification within 1 year)
• Operations/Manufacturing experience
• Understanding of Manufacturing Build Process
• Basic technical background for Lockheed Martin Products
• MRP and basic understanding of planning/scheduling

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

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.