Standard Job Description

Description:

You will serve as the Program Manager for the Microelectronics Focus Area within the Cyber Security & Emerging Technologies (CSET) organization, leading the execution of advanced microelectronics development programs that support critical national security missions. You will be responsible for proactively managing program execution across cost, schedule, technical performance, and contract requirements while ensuring successful delivery of program objectives and customer commitments, and strategic business goals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, sound business acumen, and the ability to effectively manage geographically dispersed cross-functional teams through all phases of program execution.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Program Manager, you will be responsible for managing day‑to‑day activities of the Microelectronics Focus Area development programs. This role requires close coordination across Engineering, Finance, Contracts, Planning, Global Supply Chain, subcontractors, and internal and external stakeholders to deliver innovative microelectronics solutions within a fast-paced, technically complex environment.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead daily program execution activities and ensure alignment with technical, business, and strategic objectives.
• Oversee program cost management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting activities.
• Monitor schedule performance, identify risks and opportunities, and implement corrective actions to maintain program execution objectives.
• Validate technical deliverables against customer requirements, program milestones, and quality standards.
• Coordinate across Engineering, Finance, Contracts, Planning, Global Supply Chain, subcontractors, and internal and external stakeholders to facilitate seamless program execution and communication.
• Serve as the primary customer interface for program execution activities and communicate program status, risks, and recovery plans.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across multiple sites and support critical execution activities.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment. This role provides the opportunity to shape high-impact defense and space programs, collaborate with world-class technical experts and customers, and advance cutting-edge technologies that strengthen national security and drive scientific innovation. The position is ideal for a decisive leader who excels in technically complex environments, drives execution across geographically dispersed cross-functional teams, and is passionate about delivering innovative solutions to some of the nation’s most critical mission challenges.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

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

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Engineering, Program Management, or a related discipline. Advanced degree preferred.
• 8-10 years of Program Management, Project Management, or related experience within the aerospace and defense industry.
• Demonstrated ability to support execution of development programs involving cost, schedule, technical performance, and contract requirements.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating activities across Engineering, Finance, Contracts, Planning, Procurement, and Operations organizations to accomplish program objectives.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, technically complex environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal leadership, customers, subcontractors, and technical teams.
• Working knowledge of program management principles, risk management practices, and program execution methodologies.
• Experience using business and program management tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project or OpenPlan, SAP, and other scheduling or financial management systems.
• Ability to operate with limited day-to-day direction while demonstrating sound judgment, initiative, and accountability in program execution activities.
• Understanding of how program performance impacts broader business operations, customer relationships, and strategic objectives.
• Ability to travel domestically on a limited basis to customer, supplier, subcontractor, and internal company facilities as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US-DOD Secret Clearance.

Desired Skills

Desired Skills:

• Experience supporting technology transition efforts from development into production or operational use.
• Familiarity with IR, RF, and/or Power systems for military, scientific, and/or commercial applications.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex development, research and development (R&D), or technology programs within the defense, aerospace, microelectronics, RF or power domains.
• Familiarity working with government laboratories, DoD customers, or federally funded research organizations.
• Exposure to semiconductor development environments, including familiarity with PDKs, ADKs, and EDA tools.
• Active US-DOD Secret Clearance