Job ID: 725126BR Date posted: Jun. 08, 2026
Description:We are Lockheed Martin

Skunk Works is the legendary advanced development arm of Lockheed Martin, known for pioneering breakthrough aerospace technologies that redefine the possible.

What You Will Be Doing

You will be the Mission Systems Segment Program Manager managing the development of Software Enabled Mission Systems, sensors and related hardware subsystems, and requisite software, leading their procurement, development, integration, and verification for an ADP portfolio. This program is a high visibility, fast paced effort to deliver cutting edge integrated mission capabilities and software for a new development program.
The successful candidates will manage a cross-functional team to execute existing and emerging contract efforts. Management responsibility will focus on executing contractual performance to include technical oversight of engineering efforts, support the development of communications to customers and senior levels of industry partner organizations, major subcontracted efforts, and responsibility over the scope, cost, and schedule of a major Skunk Works program.

As the Mission Systems Segment Program Manager, you will be responsible for
• Owning the program’s execution plan (schedule, budget, risk register) and continuously adjust to meet contractual milestones.
• Provide oversight of software architecture and design reviews; intervene quickly to resolve issues.
• Lead a multi disciplinary team, breaking down silos and establishing a single team “value stream” mentality.
• Serve as the senior technical liaison to customers, senior leadership, and industry partners, and suppliers; produce concise status briefings and technical presentations.
• Drive team’s overall program execution and performance
• Partner with Technical Leads, Architects, Supply Chain, Risk Manager, Planning, Finance, and business management organizations ensure integrated execution strategy and success managing to portfolio metrics

What’s In It For you

Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
Medical
Dental
401k
Paid time off
Work/life balance
Career development
Mentorship opportunities
Rewards & recognition

Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree or higher
Program or project management experience in aerospace, defense, or high‑tech software development.
Experience managing software development programs, with solid understanding of software lifecycle, configuration management, and/or verification / validation.
Earned Value Management experience
Experience in decision‑making, conflict‑resolution, and stakeholder‑engagement.
Active Secret Clearance.
Desired Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field; Master’s preferred.

Direct experience with flight‑control, avionics, or vehicle‑level software in a Defense or Space program.

Familiarity with Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (e.g., MagicDraw, Cameo).

Exposure to DevSecOps pipelines, CI/CD tooling (Jenkins, GitLab, etc.).
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Program Management
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First