Program Manager F-35 Training System D&M

Lockheed Martin; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 148,000 - 276,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible work arrangements (4x10)

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Program Manager for the F-35 Training and Modernization Portfolio in Orlando. You will lead the development of a key release, drive execution to meet critical schedules, and manage cost, schedule and technical performance across the Training System development.

The role requires leading large, complex programs, collaborating across LM Business Units, and engaging with the U.S. government customer as the primary interface.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership of diverse, distributed and virtual teams.
• Program management experience with complex programs.
• Ability to navigate matrix organizations and build customer intimacy.
• Strong business acumen with EVMS and performance metrics.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Ability to obtain Secret SAR clearance.

Responsibilities

• Direct all phases of program management from inception through completion.
• Collaborate with Business Development to prepare proposals.
• Act as primary liaison with the customer for cost, schedule and technical performance.
• Identify program problems and determine solutions, such as reallocating resources or revising contract specs.

Skills

Full Spectrum Leadership

Program Management

Matrix Organizations

Customer Relationship

Cross-Unit Collaboration

EVMS & performance metrics

Communication & Presentation

Travel readiness

Secret SAR clearance

Job description

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.

What We’re Doing

Do you want to be part of the team that provides training systems for the world’s most advanced aircraft — F-35 Joint Strike Fighter? Do you enjoy a dynamic, exciting work environment?

THE WORK

“In this role you will:

• Direct all phases of program management from inception through completion.
• Collaborate with the Business Development team to coordinate the preparation of proposals.
• Act as a primary liasion with customer for all program activities including; cost, schedule, technical performance and program review sessions.
• Identify program problems and establish results, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications as needed.”

Who We Are

“Our customers are world-wide and so is our reputation for creating original solutions with the latest technologies. Our products keep our customers safe and bring them home to their families at night.

We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus – if you have the resourcefulness and perseverance to work hard, then we want to create a better tomorrow with you.”

Who You Are

The F-35 Training and Logistics Market Segment, Development and Modernization Program Manager leads the development of a key release for the F-35 Training Modernization portfolio. This is a challenging, high-visibility assignment focused on driving execution to deliver on critical schedule commitments. The Program Manager is responsible for the cost, schedule, and technical performance of the Training System development. The Program Manager will act as a primary customer interface (LM Aeronautics and the F-35 Joint Program Office) during the development phase. The Program Manager will manage program execution, staffing demand, risks and opportunities, and process improvement initiatives. The role includes working collaboratively across the F-35 Training Modernization portfolio to increase throughput for new capability delivery and minimize training system lifecycle costs. The Program Manager will support Senior Leadership strategic initiatives.

WHY JOIN US

We believe that flexibility is the future of work. We are proud to offer the flexible 4X10 work schedule that support our employees diverse personal needs.

Basic Qualifications

• Demonstrated Full Spectrum Leadership skills and experience leading diverse, distributed and virtual teams
• Program Management experience
• Adept at working with matrix organizations for executing and proposing programs
• Proven ability to identify, influence, and build strong relationships with decision makers and maintain long‑term customer intimacy
• Ability to partner with peers across Lockheed Martin Business Units
• Demonstrated business acumen to include experience in EVMS and performance metrics
• Strong communication and presentation Skills
• Be willing and able to travel as required
• Ability to obtain Secret SAR clearances

Desired Skills

• Program Management experience with DevSecOps and Agile development
• Proven track record of leading large and complex systems development programs
• Technical engineering system development experience
• Active Secret clearance with a completed investigation within the last 5 years
• Program Manager level 2 certified
• Experience in the Training and Simulation domain
• Knowledge of the F-35 Program

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $148300.00 – $275500.00

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., 4×10), 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.