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Management
Bothell, WA (On-Site/Office)
Job Number 696949BR
Description:WHAT WE'RE DOING
We Lockheed Martin's Laser and Sensor Systems team and we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible-transforming advanced concepts into real-world defense capabilities. Our team is developing the most powerful and advanced directed energy systems in the world, and we're committed to delivering them to those who need them most.
THE WORK
We're seeking a high-performing, goal-oriented Program Leader to oversee the integration, test, and demonstration of a $100M+, 300kW-class Laser Weapon System. You'll lead a multi-disciplinary team through the full lifecycle-prototype demonstration, customer training, and transition to field operations-on a first-of-its-kind technology.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading all aspects of system integration and test across multiple Lockheed Martin and partner sites
Acting as the primary customer interface, leading program reviews and stakeholder engagements
Managing cost, schedule, risk, and subcontractor performance
Coordinating program staffing, skillset alignment, and team development
Supporting business development and capture efforts for future phases and adjacent technologies
WHO WE ARE
Lockheed Martin Laser and Sensor Systems is a hub of innovation within Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS), where science fiction becomes science reality. Our work combines visionary engineering, advanced research, and collaborative execution-all underpinned by ethical integrity and a culture that values collaboration and a little bit of fun.
WHO YOU ARE
You're a strategic leader who thrives in dynamic environments. You've successfully led large-scale technical programs, are comfortable interfacing with high-level stakeholders, and can translate complex requirements into action. You have a strong grasp of system integration, risk management, and cross-functional leadership. You inspire teams, foster innovation, and deliver results.
WHY JOIN US
This is your opportunity to shape the future of national defense. You'll work alongside brilliant minds, develop groundbreaking technologies, and contribute to programs that matter. We'll invest in your development, recognize your contributions, and support your growth-professionally and personally. At Lockheed Martin, your work has purpose, and your career has impact.
#rmspm
Basic Qualifications:
Proven success managing cost, schedule, and technical performance on large-scale programs
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to lead geographically dispersed teams and collaborate across organizations
Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one
Experience with new business capture milestones, proposals and the cost estimating process
Knowledge of Risk Management and a demonstrated understanding of the value of identifying and managing program risks, formulating risk burn down plans, and ensuring incorporation into project/program plans and schedules
Desired Skills:
Experience with directed energy systems or advanced weapon development
Background in managing subcontractors or multi-party development efforts
A team player that can lead broad disciplines in multi-functional teams at all levels of the organization, including senior scientific and engineering subject matter experts
Ability to adapt to changing environments while meeting customer and stakeholder requirements and leveraging proven configuration control practices
Previous LM PM experience
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 and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $151,200 - $266,570. 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
Description:WHAT WE'RE DOING
We Lockheed Martin's Laser and Sensor Systems team and we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible-transforming advanced concepts into real-world defense capabilities. Our team is developing the most powerful and advanced directed energy systems in the world, and we're committed to delivering them to those who need them most.
THE WORK
We're seeking a high-performing, goal-oriented Program Leader to oversee the integration, test, and demonstration of a $100M+, 300kW-class Laser Weapon System. You'll lead a multi-disciplinary team through the full lifecycle-prototype demonstration, customer training, and transition to field operations-on a first-of-its-kind technology.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading all aspects of system integration and test across multiple Lockheed Martin and partner sites
Acting as the primary customer interface, leading program reviews and stakeholder engagements
Managing cost, schedule, risk, and subcontractor performance
Coordinating program staffing, skillset alignment, and team development
Supporting business development and capture efforts for future phases and adjacent technologies
WHO WE ARE
Lockheed Martin Laser and Sensor Systems is a hub of innovation within Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS), where science fiction becomes science reality. Our work combines visionary engineering, advanced research, and collaborative execution-all underpinned by ethical integrity and a culture that values collaboration and a little bit of fun.
WHO YOU ARE
You're a strategic leader who thrives in dynamic environments. You've successfully led large-scale technical programs, are comfortable interfacing with high-level stakeholders, and can translate complex requirements into action. You have a strong grasp of system integration, risk management, and cross-functional leadership. You inspire teams, foster innovation, and deliver results.
WHY JOIN US
This is your opportunity to shape the future of national defense. You'll work alongside brilliant minds, develop groundbreaking technologies, and contribute to programs that matter. We'll invest in your development, recognize your contributions, and support your growth-professionally and personally. At Lockheed Martin, your work has purpose, and your career has impact.
#rmspm
Basic Qualifications:
Proven success managing cost, schedule, and technical performance on large-scale programs
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to lead geographically dispersed teams and collaborate across organizations
Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one
Experience with new business capture milestones, proposals and the cost estimating process
Knowledge of Risk Management and a demonstrated understanding of the value of identifying and managing program risks, formulating risk burn down plans, and ensuring incorporation into project/program plans and schedules
Desired Skills:
Experience with directed energy systems or advanced weapon development
Background in managing subcontractors or multi-party development efforts
A team player that can lead broad disciplines in multi-functional teams at all levels of the organization, including senior scientific and engineering subject matter experts
Ability to adapt to changing environments while meeting customer and stakeholder requirements and leveraging proven configuration control practices
Previous LM PM experience
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 and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $151,200 - $266,570. 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
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