Subcontract Program Management Sr Mgr - L6

Lockheed Martin; Arizona; On-site; USD 159,000 - 295,000; 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

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in the United States is seeking a Subcontract Program Management Sr Mgr to lead supplier sourcing and drive the program to meet schedules, costs, and performance targets. You will align supplier capabilities with program needs and oversee the transition from development to production.

The role requires a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and mentor a team of supply-chain professionals.

Qualifications

• Production program experience in aerospace/defense
• Strong team leadership track record
• Proven ability to influence cross functional teams
• Strong negotiation experience
• Experience with design-to-cost, lean manufacturing, or design-for-manufacturability initiatives
• Background in supplier production activities
• Experience integrating second-sources into the programs
• Exposure to complex, multi-tier global supply chains

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing of major suppliers.
• Align program requirements with supplier capabilities to meet schedule and cost goals.
• Identify and implement recurring cost-reduction opportunities.
• Develop and execute multi-year sourcing strategies for primary and secondary sources.
• Mitigate obsolescence risks and support transition from development to production.

Skills

Production program experience

Leadership

Cross-functional influence

Negotiation

Design-to-cost/lean/manufacturability

Supplier production activities

Second-sources integration

Multi-tier global supply chains

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Subcontract Program Management Sr Mgr for the Supply Chain Program Management team. Our team is responsible for delivering end‑to‑end hardware solutions that meet program schedules, cost targets, and performance requirements.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Subcontract Program Management Sr Mgr you will be responsible for driving supplier strategy, aligning program needs with supplier capabilities, and ensuring a seamless transition from development to production.

Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Lead sourcing of major suppliers.
• Align program requirements with supplier capabilities to meet schedule and cost goals.
• Identify and implement recurring cost‑reduction opportunities.
• Develop and execute multi‑year sourcing strategies for primary and secondary sources.
• Mitigate obsolescence risks and support transition from development to production.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment. You will work with cross‑functional teams, influence senior stakeholders, and shape the industrial base that powers national defense. This role offers high visibility, strategic impact, and the chance to mentor a talented group of engineers and supply‑chain professionals.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications

• Production program experience in aerospace/defense
• Strong team leadership track record
• Proven ability to influence cross functional teams
• Strong negotiation experience
• Experience with design-to-cost, lean manufacturing, or design-for-manufacturability initiatives
• Background in supplier production activities
• Experience integrating second-sources into the programs
• Exposure to complex, multi-tier global supply chains

Desired Skills

• Demonstrated history of talent development
• Army or MDA program experience
• Missile/Interceptor experience
• Working knowledge of Lockheed Martin acquisition procedures
• Working relationships and experience managing current MFC critical commodity suppliers

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $158700.00 - $294700.00

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.