THAAD Interceptor and Deputy Development Director Jobs

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Program Management Director for THAAD Interceptor Development

The mission matters. So do the people behind it. With advancing defense technology at our core, what sets us apart is a culture of collaboration, purpose, and impact. What is the mission? 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.

What does this role look like:
This position will support the THAAD Development Program Director as a deputy in managing over 750 employees across three primary Lockheed Martin sites, leading the THAAD engineering services infrastructure and the development of enhanced THAAD capabilities, ensuring resources are appropriately aligned and managed to support successful program execution. Program Management Director for THAAD Interceptor Development (~$150M/year sales and $100M/year in self investment execution) and deputy to the THAAD Development Program Director (~$400M/year in sales).

The position manages all engineering development scope for the THAAD Interceptor, advancing technology capability, resolving obsolescence and second sourcing.

The position delivers qualified THAAD Interceptor technical data packages ready for high rate production.

The position is responsible for development work that is critical path to $4B/year of THAAD Interceptor production sales.

The position advances THAAD Interceptor capability impacting the weapon systems ability to outpace the evolving threat and competition.

In this role you will have the following daily key responsibilities:
Managing the execution of THAAD development contracts and programs for cost, schedule, and technical aspects. Interfacing with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and Army customers. Overseeing proposal activities for development contracts Leading organizational initiatives to increase deployment velocity and efficiency.

To be effective, you will need to possess these basic qualifications:
Bachelors degree in a STEM or Business field, Possess 10+ years' experience leading projects, people, and operations for a large multidisciplinary workforce with salaried and hourly represented employees, Development Program Management, Missile Hardware and Software Development experience, Domain knowledge in Missile Development, Missile Defense, Advanced Electronics, Agile Software Development, Demonstrated Full Spectrum Leadership skills, You will need to be a US Citizen, and currently possess and be able to maintain a US SECRET clearance, with ability of obtain Top Secret clearance, to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

To be effective, ideally, you should also have:
Experience maintaining positive working relationships with industry and government customers Proven ability to interface with company senior leadership and external customers at all levels Strong executive presence, business acumen, including negotiation and conflict management skills THAAD experience, and/or large weapon system level development leadership experience Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice

Full-Time Salary Range: $180000.00 - $325000.00 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…