Creative Program Manager Jobs in Gaithersburg, MD

WHAT WE'RE DOING
At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we are inspired by innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and creative thinking, everything is within our reach - and yours as a Lockheed Martin employee. Lockheed Martin values your skills, training and education. Come and experience your future!
THE WORK
The Program Manager leads the end to end execution of a high visibility, multi year contract program that supports a key Sponsor within the Intelligence Community (IC). The role is responsible for delivering complex solutions on schedule, within budget, and in full compliance with security and contractual requirements. As the Program Manager, you will provide strategic direction, oversee multiple subcontractors, and drive Agile program management practices across a distributed team of technical and business stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
• Own the full lifecycle of the BULLSEYE contract-from start-up and planning through execution, transition, and close out. Set program vision, objectives, and success metrics aligned with Sponsor goals.
• Champion Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) across all workstreams. Facilitate Program Increment (PI) planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure continuous delivery and rapid response to changing requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Sponsor, internal senior leadership, and external partners. Conduct regular status briefings, risk workshops, and executive reviews.
• Develop, negotiate, and administer subcontractor agreements. Track performance, compliance, and deliverables; implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Manage the program budget, forecast funding requirements, and ensure cost controlled execution. Provide detailed financial reporting and variance analysis to senior leadership.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, schedule, cost, and security risks.
• Mentor and develop senior technical leads, project managers, and functional leads. Foster a high performance, collaborative culture that values innovation and ethical conduct.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as schedule variance, cost variance, earned value, and quality metrics. Use data driven insights to drive program improvements.
WHO WE ARE
Our customers are world-wide and so is our reputation for creating original solutions with the latest technologies. Our products keep our customers safe and bring them home to their families at night.
We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus - if you have the resourcefulness and perseverance to work hard, then we want to create a better tomorrow with you.
WHO YOU ARE
You thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment and are committed to delivering best-in-class products and solutions.
WHY JOIN US
We believe that owning your career and having the freedom to make critical business decisions is key to making a real impact.
With the autonomy to use your skills and expertise in innovative ways, you can take on exciting challenges and help solve some of the world's most pressing problems.
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Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a relevant technical field (e.g., Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Cybersecurity).
• Minimum 20 years of program management experience, with a proven track record of applying Agile program management methodologies to large, complex contracts.
• Program Management Professional (PMP) certification is required.
• At least 10 years of demonstrated experience managing Sponsor programs of comparable scope and complexity.
• Direct experience overseeing subcontractors
• Active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph
EEO
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.
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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.
Other Important Information
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.
Work Schedule Information
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.
National Pay Statement
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 $134,000 - $236,325. 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.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $154,100 - $267,145. 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.