Operations Program Associate Jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

You will be the Program Management Associate Manager for the Lockheed Martin Space-Based Systems (LM-SBF) team. Our team is responsible for managing the day-to-day execution of LM-SBF programs, including oversight of cost, schedule, and technical execution of all program requirements.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Program Management Associate Manager you will be responsible for driving program success through disciplined execution and cross-functional coordination.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead daily program execution activities and ensure alignment with mission objectives.
• Oversee cost management, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Monitor schedule performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Validate technical deliverables against requirements and quality standards.
• Coordinate with engineering, finance, and stakeholder teams to facilitate seamless collaboration.

Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment. This role offers the opportunity to shape high-impact space programs, work alongside world-class experts, and contribute to cutting-edge solutions that advance national security and scientific discovery.
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 here.
Further Information About This Opportunity
This position is located in Goleta, CA. Discover more about Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications
Completed bachelors degree.
Program Management experience (2-3 years) in the aerospace and defense industry.
Project management experience with the ability to effectively lead teams to accomplish critical objectives.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of personnel and internal and external customers.
Understanding of program execution and how program performance effects business operations.
Experience in new business development, proposal management, design to cost and price to win, and capture management support.
Innovative problem solver who can resolve complex issues.
Ability to accomplish business / program goals without day-to-day direction and tasking.
Knowledge on program and program management methodology techniques and working knowledge of program cost/scheduling tools (MS project or OpenPlan ,SAP, Apriso, etc.)
Minimal travelling to customer, supplier, and end-user facilities as needed.
Ability to obtain a US-DOD Secret Clearance.
Desired skills
Experience with development and manufacturing of IR sensors and associated technologies for military, scientific, and/or commercial applications.
Program management experience managing complex technology programs.
Communicates across multiple disciplines to provide leadership and vision for the program.
Able to motivate and mentor team members.
Possesses strong vendor management and negotiation skills.
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 $113,900 - $200,905. 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 $131,000 - $227,125. 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.