Lockheed Martin (LM) Space is searching for an IT Operations Associate Manager for our Sensing & Warning (S&W) mission segment under the National Security Space Line of Business. As a S&W IT Operations Associate Manager, the successful candidate will manage and lead a team of IT professionals for multiple classified systems which includes infrastructure and application deployments, new technology insertion, program, project and budget management, schedule and staffing requirements. The candidate will also coordinate with program management and technical leads to coordinate program operations, new environment stand-up and integration of various classified services.
This candidate will also be responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.
Why Join Us?
The Enterprise Business & Digital Transformation organization is responsible for developing strategies and implementing integrated, cross-functional solutions that transform operations through technology, culture, and processes to deliver business-based outcomes. It is comprised of the corporation’s Digital Transformation and Enterprise Information Technology teams, with more than 4,700 professionals worldwide.
Together, we'll redefine the boundaries of innovation, drive change, and ensure the success of our partners in the US Department of Defense. Let's make history and leave a lasting impact on the future of Classified IT services!
What’s In It For You
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
How about Fridays off? This role is scoped on a 4x10 schedule! All work must be performed on-site in our secure facility in Sunnyvale, CA – and it may include some occasional off-shift hours, weekends, and limited travel.
**In light of current internal business pressures, priority consideration will be given to qualified candidates who are currently affiliated with the Enterprise Operations’ EBDT (Enterprise Business & Digital Transformation) organization.**
Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems, and information technology related responsibilities including design, development, and analysis of computer systems or programs based on and related to user or system design specifications; applying systems analysis techniques and procedures, including consulting with users to determine hardware, software, or system functional specifications. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. For positions that do not perform IT responsibilities, use E146, Systems Engineer.
• Prior experience leading people, projects, or teams
• Understanding of classified IT system architectures and multi-site connections
• Experience with management of IT systems including storage, servers, networking devices
• Experience leading and managing IT requirements and executing project management schedules through completion
• Demonstrated ability to work seamlessly across organization boundaries
• Ability to coordinate with other sites, business areas, programs and functional areas to coordinate daily operations as well as program coordination and adoption
•Understanding of 1LMX tools and capabilities
• Highly motivated and able to prioritize and integrate multiple projects
• Strong understanding of information security trends and current industry focus areas, Technical experience with vulnerability management, normal infrastructure/perimeter protections, information security best practices
• Demonstrated process improvement success
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $131100.00 - $243500.00
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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
- Active Top Secret or higher security clearance at the time of application
- Prior experience leading people, projects, or teams
- Understanding of classified IT system architectures and multi-site connections
- Experience managing IT systems, including storage, servers, and networking devices
- Experience leading IT requirements and executing project management schedules through completion
- Ability to work across organizational boundaries
- Ability to coordinate with sites, business areas, programs, and functional areas
- Experience leading an Agile team or understanding Agile principles
- Understanding of 1LMX tools and capabilities
- Ability to prioritize and integrate multiple projects
- Understanding of information security trends and industry focus areas
- Technical experience with vulnerability management, infrastructure and perimeter protections, and information security best practices
- Demonstrated process improvement success
- Strong communication and critical thinking skills
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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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