Job ID: 714769BR Date posted: Jan. 14, 2026
Description: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

Domestic Vertical Launching System (VLS) team is seeking a self-driven, disciplined leader experienced with successfully delivering complex cross functional projects on schedule within budget. To be successful in this position, the candidate must have the ability to facilitate and drive to closure complex technical/non-technical issues with practical solutions. The candidate must show willingness to dive deep to uncover insights into those issues and their associated solutions. A strong candidate is customer-focused and displays a bias for action in everything they do. The ability to effectively communicate with senior management and other functional departments within the organization is key to success.
Specifically, the role is as the deputy program manager for the MK-41 United States Navy customer responsible for supporting MK 41 VLS module production execution and new business. The deputy program manager role is focused on driving day to day actions to closure including holding the matrixed program team accountable for commitments, facilitating administrative activities such as program measurement and program directives, and providing program direction to the team. The deputy program manager will work closely with the program manager to divide and execute the program workload to successfully delivery USN and FMS VLS modules. The role is a critical team member supporting the broader MK 41 Vertical Launching System franchise for LM.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Executing USN MK 41 VLS module production programs
• Executing FMS MK 41 VLS module production programs
• Executing new business activities including proposals
• Coordinating MK 41 VLS module activities across the enterprise functions
• Managing and supporting a production line
• Managing and supporting Government Furnished Equipment
• Managing a cross functional team across multiple LM sites
• Working with subcontracts to manage key suppliers that have significant scope and impact
The module production deputy program manager acts as an internal and external customer interface for the module production program. The module production deputy program manager executes multiple simultaneous projects including USG contracts, capital projects, and new business funds (NBF) activities.

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

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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:
• 2-4 years of project management such as deputy PM, CAM, Subcontracts PM, etc.
• Customer interface experience
• Experience with earned value management and risk management
• Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM)
• Experience in proposal management process
• Knowledge of LM RMS’s program and financial measurements (orders, sales, EBIT and cash)
• Knowledge of DoD contract types (CPFF, FFP, CPIF, etc.)
• Ability to multi-task and coordinate / manage multiple contracts/projects simultaneously
• Cross functional team management
• Strong organizational skills
• Demonstrated self-starter who can take initiative and work independently with minimal direction and oversight
• Ability to travel to domestically
Desired Skills:
• 2-4 years of LM specific program management roles
• Experience with United States Navy customer
• Experience with production projects and DCMA
• Knowledge and/or experience with launcher systems requirements
• Experience with working with major suppliers with significant program scope and schedule
• Data-driven management philosophy including analyzing and understanding project measurements
• Strong written and verbal communications skills with track record of presenting to internal and external customers
• Demonstrated maturity, judgement, negotiation/influence skills, analytical skills, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated track record of delivering results in fluid or ambiguous situations
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: 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
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 $109,200 - $192,510. 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.
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: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Program Management
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First