Strategic Planning Dir - L7

Lockheed Martin; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Orlando, FL is seeking a strategic leader for Missiles and Fire Control. The role requires guiding cross‑functional planning, market analyses, and acquisition strategy while coordinating senior leadership and external partners.

Ideal candidates will have extensive defense industry experience, the ability to obtain a Secret clearance, and a track record of delivering high‑impact strategic initiatives across multiple business lines.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen and have the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with senior leadership and gain consensus across multiple organizations to enable development and execution of strategic vision.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Understanding of Defense Acquisition processes

Responsibilities

• Lead LMX implementation, NBAE, and market analyses to prioritize key investments.
• Collaborate with LM BAs & LOBs to identify opportunities and growth gaps in the MFC portfolio.
• Partner with LM Ventures to maintain customer relations and provide market intelligence for portfolio decisions.
• Interface with CSBD and lead corporate deliverables for MFC leadership and strategic planning teams.
• Provide strategic planning support to LOB VPs and BD VPs to streamline operations and drive growth.

Skills

Leadership

US citizenship

Secret clearance

Executive communication

Defense acquisition

Education

Masters Degree

Job description

Standard Job Description

This position is in Orlando, FL or Grand Prairie, TX

Standard Job Description

This position is in Orlando, FL or Grand Prairie, TX

Manages the development of long-range objectives and strategic plans for Missiles and Fire Control by identifying internal and external strategic issues that could affect growth and profitability. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Directs analyses of business opportunities, surveillance over markets, and financial analyses of acquisition candidates. Oversees the development and monitoring of profitability, productivity, and growth targets. May manage preparation of acquisition proposals, recommend financial and non-financial strategic objectives and alternatives, and implement and maintain strategic and operational plans. Directs planning and coordination of business reviews, resource allocations, organization structures, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities Include

What You Will Be Doing

• Leading 1LMX implementation, NBAE, market analyses ad overall analysis of opportunities and business cases to prioritize key investments.
• Collaborating with other LM BAs & LOBs to identify opportunities and gaps in the MFC business portfolio to identify growth opportunities will be critical.
• Partnering with the LM Ventures organization, maintaining customer relations, coordinating industry engagements and providing MFC with market intelligence to shape portfolio decisions incorporating political, competitive, customer strategic priorities, economic and budget environmental assessments.
• Interfacing with Corporate Strategy & Business Development (CSBD), lead for corporate deliverables with the MFC President, S&BD VP and Finance VP, and collaborate with other business area strategic planning organizations.
• Providing strategic planning support to each of the LOB VPs and BD VPs, identify opportunities to streamline and increase efficiency, and provide thought leadership and innovative solutions that will support MFC’s future growth

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a forward‑thinking leader who thrives in a collaborative environment, brings analytical rigor, and drives impactful results. This role offers high visibility, influence over multi‑billion‑dollar initiatives, and the chance to shape the future of Missiles and Fire Control.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Orlando, FL or Grand Prairie, TX

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Candidate must have the ability to obility to obtain a Secret clearance

Basic Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to guide, direct and impact the organization, balance challenges associated with strategy development, resource execution, customer requirements, and meeting all commitments.
• Must be a US citizen and have the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance
• Demonstrated ability to engage with senior leadership and gain consensus across multiple organizations to enable development and execution of strategic vision.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Understanding of Defense Acquisition processes

Desired Skills

• Prior experience in at least two areas; a dedicated Business Development, Capture, Mergers & Acquisition or Strategy Development Role
• Experienced professional with a minimum of 15 years of Military / Defense Industry experience and demonstrated Broad industry and Department of War knowledge.
• Extensive experience within Missiles & Fire Control / US or Intl Missile / Sensor markets.
• Extensive understanding of USG / DoD acquisition, requirements and resourcing agencies.
• Demonstrated ability for decision making in uncertain environments and ability to impact the culture of an organization to execute strategic vision
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute high level strategies with proven experience, and an understanding of the development and execution of key milestones
• Demonstrated ability to work and gain credibility with Corporate, Business Area and Line of Business Executive Leadership.
• Track record of exceptional performance in relevant assignments.
• Masters Degree

Pay Information

GeoZone Definition:

• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $180000.00 - $325000.00
  • 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): $180000.00 - $325000.00
  • Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc.
• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): $180000.00 - $325000.00
  • Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas–Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc.
• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): $180000.00 - $325000.00
  • Includes metropolitan areas such as Camden, AR; Lexington, KY; Ocala, FL; Lufkin, TX; etc.

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.