Director Program Management Jobs in Lansdowne, PA

Standard Job Description Directs all phases of programs from inception through completion. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs.

Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes. Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract. Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.

Establishes design concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration and test. Develops new business or expands the product line with the customer. Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications.

Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas. 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 will support the Emerging Sensors sub-market segment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the execution of programmatic tasks and be provided responsibility for the applicable program sales, EBIT and cash commitments. The candidate responsibilities will include developing & executing to program baselines as well as support of proposal efforts. This scope includes: Defining and sustaining program rhythms and organizational structures.

Coordinating cross functional design, build, and test activities, while proactively resolving issues that impact schedule, cost, or performance. Leading proposal development and supporting bid to win strategies. Steering risk and opportunity management processes, providing timely visibility to leadership and ensuring mitigation actions are executed.

The role demands an organized, results oriented Program Manager with proven capability of coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver results. 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. 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.

Basic Qualifications Eight years of demonstrated experience coordinating the development of program or project baselines and track performance against the baseline Experience with execution of development programs or production programs Experience with EVMS planning, execution and reporting Demonstrated capability to successfully balance technical, cost and schedule performance in the execution of a program or project Solid understanding of key programmatic processes to include IRAD and capital planning, EVMS reporting, and program baseline process Proposal experience including ability to manage proposal preparation through leadership reviews and delivery of the proposal as well as demonstrated ability to provide proposal inputs Desired Skills Ability to identify disconnects and raise concerns to program leadership Risk Management - experienced in risk mitigation and opportunity development. Understands the value of identifying and managing programs risks Experience with capture of production or development programs Demonstrated ability to work in a highly technical/engineering environment Experience implementing or managing advanced development capabilities such as model-based system development, design-for-assembly/design-for-manufacturing, DTUPC process and technical cost estimation Demonstrated ability to communicate, effectively interface and influence at the IPT-level of program and customer counterparts Strong oral and written communication skills including ability to effectively present to program leadership, business leadership and prospective customers Active Secret clearence preferred Pay Information GeoZone Definition: GeoZones are geographic groupings created by Lockheed Martin to align compensation ranges with regional labor markets and cost-of-labor differences across the United States. Locations are assigned a Geo Zone based on the primary work location of the role.

Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $185400.00 - $344400.00 Includes metropolitan areas such as Sunnyvale CA; Pal Alto, CA; New York City metropolitan area; Newark, New Jersey; etc. Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 2): :$166900.00 - $309900.00 Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc. Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): :$148300.00 - $275500.00 Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas-Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc

Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): :$133500.00 - $247900.00 Includes metropolitan areas such as Camden, AR; Lexington, KY; Ocala, FL; Lufkin, TX; etc. 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 and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics

For (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.