Description:MFC Enterprise Performance Excellence team is seeking a high potential and high performing leader with relevant Program Management experience to lead strategic initiatives across the MFC business area. The successful candidate will also have demonstrated ability to collaborate proactively within diverse teams to support program performance execution excellence and systemic issue resolution initiatives. In this role, the candidate will lead and integrate across several programs and MFC business management transformation elements.
In this role the candidate will gain a great degree of exposure to the variety of products and services that MFC offers. In addition, the candidate will become very familiar with the specifics of how our business operates, from corporate to the MFC business area.
Other duties in this role may include supporting and leading Enterprise Performance processes, cross business area and corporate strategic initiatives. Specific responsibilities may be adjusted according to business priorities / needs
What You Will Be Doing
As the Program Management Sr Mgr you will be responsible for leading and integrating multiple programs, overseeing enterprise performance processes, and guiding cross‑functional strategic initiatives.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead strategic initiatives across MFC business areas.
- Oversee enterprise performance management and reporting.
- Coordinate cross‑functional teams to resolve systemic issues.
- Drive continuous improvement of program execution.
- Mentor and develop high‑performing project teams.
Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who thrives in a collaborative environment, brings deep program‑management expertise, and is passionate about delivering measurable results. This role offers high visibility, influence across the organization, and the chance to shape MFC’s future performance.
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Further Information About This Opportunity
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications:Program Management experience spanning at least two program‑lifecycle phases—one of which must be Transition to Production or Production (e.g., Capture, Development, Transition to Production, Production, Sustainment, or International).
Strategic data-centric thinker paired with a proactive “can‑do” attitude
Excellent verbal/written communication skills and demonstrated ability to present and communicate effectively to senior leadership
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to form effective relationships with diverse teams to deliver favorable results
Working knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), including working experience with tailored EV (EV Lite)
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
Desired Skills:Reasonable comfort with some level of ambiguity while maintaining a bias for action
Data‑driven decision‑maker with intermediate/advanced proficiency in Excel and/or business‑intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
Understanding of statistical analyses and demonstrated ability to translate data into actionable insights and concise visual summaries for senior leadership
Understanding of emerging AI technologies and their practical application to boost productivity and generate measurable competitive‑advantage gains across the enterprise
Working knowledge of production operations metrics
Knowledge of Corporate and Business Area command media
Knowledge of Lockheed Martin program capture and execution processes
External customer experience
Green Belt / Black Belt
Worked in other functions such as Global Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, 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 KnowExpression 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
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Program Management
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
