Senior Program Manager

Description

You will be the Senior Program Manager for the Upper Tier Integrated Air and Missile Defense (UTIAMD) Integrated and Follow‑on Programs team. Our team is responsible for executing the strategic vision for Upper Tier IAMD, driving innovation and growth through both line‑of‑business and corporate internal research and development, and fostering collaboration across business areas to integrate capabilities and drive program success.

As the Senior Program Manager you will be responsible for executing the strategic vision for Upper Tier IAMD, driving innovation and growth through both line‑of‑business and corporate internal research and development, and fostering collaboration across business areas to integrate capabilities and drive program success.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead internal research and development efforts, making strategic technology investments to support the Upper Tier IAMD vision.
• Collaborate with cross‑business area teams to identify and pursue integration opportunities for the THAAD Weapon System.
• Provide leadership and guidance to program teams to ensure new concepts are successfully transitioned to Development Programs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and internal teams.
• Support pursuit of new business opportunities, both domestically and internationally, to drive growth and expansion of Upper Tier IAMD capabilities.

The ideal candidate is a forward‑thinking, collaborative leader who thrives in a dynamic, mission‑critical environment. You will shape high‑impact programs, work alongside top engineers and strategists, and see your ideas translate into tangible defense capabilities. This role stands out because it sits at the nexus of technology, strategy, and partnership—offering you the chance to influence the future of integrated air and missile defense.

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.

This position is located at Sunnyvale, CA, Arlington, TX or Huntsville, AL.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

• Bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college plus 12+ years of related professional level experience
• Active Secret Clearance
• Demonstrated development program management experience
• Ability to travel on an as needed basis
• Experience working in fast‑paced, advanced program or research and development environment

• Demonstrated program management and business acumen, including knowledge of Earned Value Management, negotiations, performance metrics, and processes to develop and execute cost and schedule baselines
• Demonstrated ability developing and executing strategic objectives
• Previous experience with USG agencies, such as MDA
• Prior experience supporting or leading capture/proposals
• Knowledge of requirements management, systems engineering, software/hardware development, a plus
• Demonstrated experience leading large‑scale, complex system development programs over geographically dispersed locations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including aptitude for formal presentations of complex issues to management and customers
• Proactive problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to exercise mature judgment
• Strong organization and time‑management skills, attention to detail, and ability to proactively manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Ability to inspire a diverse cross‑functional team to meet goals
• Knowledge of IAMD programs
• Strong engineering or technical development background

This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a U.S. Citizen for consideration. Clearance level:
Secret.

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