WHAT WE'RE DOING
At Lockheed Martin, we are dedicated to supporting our global MH-60R/S customers through capability development, Obsolescence / Diminishing Manufacturing Sources & Material Shortages (DMSMS) management and resolution, and product line sustainment. Our team in Owego, NY, plays a key role in ensuring the ongoing success of these platforms for both the U.S. Navy and our Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers. We are seeking a Development Program Manager to continue decades-long success developing avionics and platform hardware and software solutions to support our customers.
THE WORK
The Program Manager’s responsibilities will include leading internal and/or contract program cost, schedule, and technical performance with active risk and opportunity management process adherence, baseline activities, and CDRL Development, and will:
- Perform program management leadership activities in support of executing requirements relating to milestones and contractual deliveries including metric development, administration, best practice implementation, and presentation development.
- Develop and negotiate proposal submissions, as well as informal ROM style cost and technical assessments.
- Manage internal capital, new business, and overhead resources as appropriate
- Work with Functional Leadership and Control Account Managers (CAMs)/Work Package Managers to development accurate cost and schedule projections, and mitigate cost and schedule variances.
WHO WE ARE
Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and security, dedicated to developing cutting-edge technology that supports mission readiness. Our Owego-based team specializes in system, hardware, and software development and sustainment for the MH-60R/S platform, ensuring these aircraft remain at peak operational performance. We thrive on solving complex challenges and delivering innovative solutions to our customers worldwide.
WHO YOU ARE
You are a results-driven leader with experience in program or project management. You bring:
- Excellent communication skills to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all LM and customer levels
- Strong organizational skills, enabling you to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
- Leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams
- Demonstrated skills in metrics-driven performance management, risk identification and mitigation, and issue resolution.
- Understanding of system engineering and software engineering principles and practices
- Appropriate degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education, with professional experience commensurate with assignment.
- Demonstrated skill proficiency in all routine Program or Project Management areas typically found with 5+ years of experience.
- Demonstrated success in leading and supporting multi-functional teams.
- Ability to acquire and maintain a Secret security clearance.
- Ability to travel
- Proficient in Earned Value Management and Analysis
- Proficient in Risk/Issue/Opportunity Management
- Experience in or leading system and software development effort
- Experience with NAVAIR PMA-299 and/or knowledge of the MH-60 R/S platforms
- Experience with Hardware Development contracts
- Proficient in Earned Value Management, Risk Management, Workload Planning and associated tools
- Proposal development skills
- Experience as Control Account Manager (CAM)
- Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120600.00 - $224000.00
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.
Skills Required
- Appropriate degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience or combined education
- At least 5 years of experience in routine program or project management areas
- Demonstrated success leading and supporting multifunctional teams
- Ability to acquire and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Ability to travel
- Proficiency in Earned Value Management and Analysis
- Proficiency in Risk, Issue, and Opportunity Management
- Experience in or leading systems and software development efforts
- Experience with NAVAIR PMA-299 or knowledge of MH-60R/S platforms
- Experience with hardware development contracts
- Proficiency in Earned Value Management, risk management, workload planning, and associated tools
- Proposal development skills
- Experience as a Control Account Manager
- Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
Lockheed Martin Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Lockheed Martin and has not been reviewed or approved by Lockheed Martin.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as a standout element, with a strong 401(k) program and options like an employee stock purchase plan. Feedback suggests these features meaningfully enhance total compensation and long‑term financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is portrayed as comprehensive from day one, with multiple plan options, mental health resources, and virtual care. Wellness supports such as on‑site services and preventive programs are also highlighted.
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Flexible Benefits — Work arrangements often include compressed schedules and telework, contributing to a favorable work‑life balance. Feedback suggests this flexibility is a key reason many view the overall package positively.
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What We Do
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