Subcontract Program Manager

Job Description:

Description:WHAT WERE DOING

We are driving innovation and excellence within the MDTS portfolio, ensuring that our suppliers and subcontractors meet the high standards our programs demand. From cost management to technical performance, we’re delivering advanced solutions to meet the needs of today’s most challenging mobility and training environments.

THE WORK

As a Subcontract Program Manager, you will oversee all cost, schedule, and technical performance aspects of our subcontractors and suppliers. You will be the lead of the Subcontract Management Team (SMT), ensuring that every facet of subcontract management – from request for proposal (RFP) to delivery – aligns with program objectives and performance goals. Your leadership will drive the collaboration between Subcontract Managers, Subcontract Administrators, and suppliers to ensure excellence in all areas.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead the Subcontract Management Team (SMT) to develop and maintain a consistent business rhythm, ensuring that cost, schedule, and technical objectives are met.
• Oversee the end-to-end subcontracting process, including RFP activities, negotiations, awards, and performance management.
• Ensure subcontractor performance aligns with program specifications, including cost, schedule, quality, and earned value requirements.
• Manage and release critical path deliverables, including Statements of Work (SOWs) and Subcontract Data Requirements Lists (SDRLs).
• Lead programmatic and technical meetings with subcontractors, fostering clear communication and accountability.
• Identify and resolve any issues impacting subcontractor performance, ensuring continuous progress and delivery.

WHO WE ARE

We are a dynamic team at the cutting edge of mobility and distributed training solutions, dedicated to developing innovative technologies that address the most pressing challenges in our field. Our collaborative culture fosters creativity, teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence in every project. As a key player in the defense and aerospace sectors, we pride ourselves on delivering critical solutions that drive mission success.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a strategic leader with deep experience in subcontract management and supplier performance. You thrive in complex, fast-paced environments and are skilled at balancing cost, schedule, and quality demands. With a focus on collaboration, you excel at driving team performance and aligning subcontractors with program goals.

WHY JOIN US

This is an opportunity to be at the forefront of managing critical partnerships that drive our success. You’ll work in a collaborative, fast-moving environment where innovation, leadership, and teamwork are highly valued. Join us in shaping the future of mobility and training solutions.
Basic Qualifications:
•7+ years experience in Subcontract Management, Program Management or Project Management
•Working knowledge of standard contract types.
•Experience with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR)
•Experience leading cross-functional teams
•Risk Management experience
Desired Skills:
•Experience with Commercial Acquisition Procedures (CAP) and Lockheed Martin Acquisition Policies (LMAP)
•Experienced in Subcontract Management
•Experienced in fixed price, cost reimbursable and time and material subcontracting
•Demonstrated ability to negotiate large and small scale subcontracts
•Well versed in Risk and Opportunity management
•Must be able to support travel to work potential subcontractor issues
•Proven flexibility to be able to multi-task and be able to support multiple complex initiatives at the same time
•Strong written and oral communications skills
•Experienced with the Truth in Negotiation Act (TINA)
•Experienced as Cost Account Manager (CAM)
•Detail and Teamwork oriented with demonstrated
organizational skills
•Ability to work independently and in a team environment
•Ability to work with all levels of management
•Strong interpersonal skills
•Proficient computer skills including Word, Excel and
PowerPoint
Security Clearance Statement: None
Clearance Level: None
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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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 worlds 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: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

•Experience with Commercial Acquisition Procedures (CAP) and Lockheed Martin Acquisition Policies (LMAP)
•Experienced in Subcontract Management
•Experienced in fixed price, cost reimbursable and time and material subcontracting
•Demonstrated ability to negotiate large and small scale subcontracts
•Well versed in Risk and Opportunity management
•Must be able to support travel to work potential subcontractor issues
•Proven flexibility to be able to multi-task and be able to support multiple complex initiatives at the same time
•Strong written and oral communications skills
•Experienced with the Truth in Negotiation Act (TINA)
•Experienced as Cost Account Manager (CAM)
•Detail and Teamwork oriented with demonstrated
organizational skills
•Ability to work independently and in a team environment
•Ability to work with all levels of management
•Strong interpersonal skills
•Proficient computer skills including Word, Excel and
PowerPoint

Job Ident #: 70653435024

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/

Lockheed Martin Corporation is an American global aerospace, defense, security and advanced technologies company with worldwide interests. It was formed by the merger of Lockheed Corporation with Martin Marietta in March 1995. It is headquartered in North...

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Job Info

Location

Marietta, Georgia, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/