Sr. Business Operations Manager

Lockheed Martin; Herndon (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Finance & Business Operations Manager to drive innovation in the National Space Security sector. This dynamic role involves overseeing a significant portfolio of programs, ensuring financial integrity, and fostering team leadership. With a focus on strategic planning and customer engagement, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of space operations. If you're passionate about finance and eager to lead in a cutting-edge environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team dedicated to advancing technology and security in space.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Time Off

Relocation Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits

Competitive Pay

Qualifications

• Broad experience in Finance including FP&A, Cost Control, and Contracts.
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage orders, sales, EBIT, and cash for a $300M portfolio.
• Lead a team of 10+ employees in business operations.

Skills

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Cost Control

Negotiation Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Master's Degree in Business Administration

Job description

Description:Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more— we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.


Finance & Business Operations Manager for the National Space Security LOB in Herndon, VA.

In this dynamic role you will be responsible for:
Orders, Sales, EBIT and Cash, Long Range Planning, Customer interface & negotiations, New Business proposals, Earned value Management / cost control. The portfolio of programs total around $300M of sales across an average of 25 programs. This role will manage and lead a team of around 10 plus employees.

Must be able to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance. US Citizenship required.

Location: 9X80A or 4X10: full time in office Herndon VA or Valley Forge PA
Basic Qualifications:
Broad experience in Finance. (Ex. FP&A or Cost Control or Contracts or Proposal work or negotiations).

Bachelor Degree or above in Finance/Business Administration/Accounting or related discipline

Able to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance. US Citizenship required.
Desired Skills:
Extensive experience in Program Business Operations with increasing levels of responsibility, leadership, business breadth, and customer interaction. Experience to include: financial reporting, Earned Value Management (EVM), Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) and leading cost control/planning/contracts business teams

Proficient communication, analytical, and presentation skills. This includes interfacing and conducting presentations with customers and internal program/executive management, assessing program cost/schedule/risk performance, and estimating future business pursuits and ECPs

Full Spectrum Leadership demonstrated on program teams training/developing critical business skills (Strategy, Proposal Development, EVM, Program Controls, Planning, Finance Planning & Assessment), shaping strategies through new business pursuits, and energize and build teams and relationships
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Finance
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

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