Subcontracts Program Manager, Assc. Mgr.

JOB ID:

723025BR Date posted: Apr. 01, 2026

Description:

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. (opens in new window) By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your Mission is Ours. What does this role look like? Leads teams overseeing proposal activity through subcontractors Basis Of Estimate (BOE) submission for all contract types and supporting programs. Develops sourcing and subcontract program management strategic plans that address overall program capture needs and execution. Acts as the main focal point to the business development team and program management office. Responsible for and directs all phases of the subcontract from initiation of the business case for make or buy decisions through requests for proposals, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, and cost accountability. Responsible for all subcontractor costs, schedule, quality, financial and technical performance requirements to support proposal submittal to the Customer. In this role you will perform subcontract program management duties in support of various programs, including: Acts as the main focal point to the Enterprise Strategic Sourcing (ESS) Supply Chain organization and program pursuit teams. Lead Supply Chain new business pursuits, to include shaping Request For Proposals (RFPs) to subcontractors, understanding strategic initiatives to have a strong position to win, and working with the Supply Chain Management Team through negotiations supporting all Basis of Estimates. Collaborate and communicate long term strategies to develop and implement initiatives that drive streamlining and commonization of subcontracted hardware and processes. Identify and coordinate alternate sources and technology insertion to significantly improve innovation and competition. Leads the development of subcontract specifications, statement of work, and terms and conditions for the procurement of subcontracted hardware with varying contract types. Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders' conferences when needed, develops evaluation criteria, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract terms and conditions, completes price analyses to deliver fair and reasonable pricing within proposal artifacts. Responsible for all subcontractor costs, schedule, quality, financial and technical performance requirements to support proposal submittal to the Customer.

Basic Qualifications:

To be effective, you will need to possess these basic qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college. 6+ years professional experience working with suppliers to execute to a baseline on a development program and/or services contracts. Understanding of and/or experience negotiating and securing funding for complex long-term agreements. Must be open to occasional travel approximately ~10% to support Program and/or Supplier visits. You will need to be a US Citizen, and be able to obtain and maintain a

US TOP SECRET /SCI

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.

Please note:

No clearance is required to apply, nor prior to start.

Desired Skills:

To be effective, ideally, you should also have: Previous professional experience in Proposals and/or Project Management. Knowledge of space hardware products and familiarity with the LM Space Programs. Strong business acumen and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced team environment and work well under pressure. Proven exceptional strategic communication skills, both written, verbal, and presentation, to effectively communicate business cases to all levels of peers, program and executive management, with an ability to persuade and motivate action. Demonstrated skills to drive culture change supporting enterprise initiatives (i.e. hardware commonization and insertion into programs, shift to "we vs. me" behaviors). You bring positivity and enthusiasm to every assignment. Possess effective relationship-building skills with peers, stakeholders, and suppliers. Implement continuous improvement leading to improved team and supplier performance.

PLEASE NOTE-Other important information:

By applying to this role, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities, within Lockheed Martin, where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Joining Lockheed Martin Space means becoming part of a global network of passionate professionals dedicated to safety and shaping the future of defense capabilities At Space we value your skills, training, and education. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, everything is within our reach - and yours as a Lockheed Martin Space employee. …just to name a few reasons to join Lockheed Martin Space, and experience your future!

Security Clearance Statement:

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level:

TS/SCI Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest:

By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to

Work Remotely:

Onsite Full-time:

The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules:

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Schedule for this

Position:

9x80 every other Friday off

Pay Rate:

The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $104,500 - $184,115. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (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. This position is incentive plan eligible.

Pay Rate:

The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $120,100 - $208,150. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible. Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level:

Experienced Professional Business Unit:

SPACE Relocation Available:

Possible Career Area:

Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain Type:

Full-Time Shift:

First At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology:

From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture:

Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another's perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth:

Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life:

Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond. Empowered to

Be Your Best:

Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet. Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer: Flexible Schedules, dependent on role

Levels:

Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management Locations:

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