Program Management Associate, Santa Barbara, CA

Description:

You will be the Program Management Associate Manager for the Lockheed Martin Space‑Based Systems (LM‑SBF) team. Our team is responsible for managing the day‑to‑day execution of LM‑SBF programs, including oversight of cost, schedule, and technical execution of all program requirements.

As the Program Management Associate Manager you will be responsible for driving program success through disciplined execution and cross‑functional coordination.

• Lead daily program execution activities and ensure alignment with mission objectives.
• Oversee cost management, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Monitor schedule performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Validate technical deliverables against requirements and quality standards.
• Coordinate with engineering, finance, and stakeholder teams to facilitate seamless collaboration.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, results‑driven professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, mission‑focused environment. This role offers the opportunity to shape high‑impact space programs, work alongside world‑class experts, and contribute to cutting‑edge solutions that advance national security and scientific discovery.

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.

This position is located in Goleta, CA. Discover more about Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

• Completed bachelor’s degree.
• Program Management experience (2-3 years) in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Project management experience with the ability to effectively lead teams to accomplish critical objectives.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of personnel and internal and external customers.
• Understanding of program execution and how program performance effects business operations.
• Experience in new business development, proposal management, design to cost and price to win, and capture management support.
• Innovative problem solver who can resolve complex issues.
• Ability to accomplish business/program goals without day‑to‑day direction and tasking.
• Knowledge of program and program management methodology techniques and working knowledge of program cost/scheduling tools (MS Project or Open Plan, SAP, Apriso, etc.).
• Minimal traveling to customer, supplier, and end‑user facilities as needed.
• Ability to obtain a US‑DOD Secret Clearance.

• Experience with development and manufacturing of IR sensors and associated technologies for military, scientific, and/or commercial applications.
• Program management experience managing complex technology programs.
• Communicates across multiple disciplines to provide leadership and vision for the program.
• Able to motivate and mentor team members.
• Possesses strong vendor management and negotiation skills.

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

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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: 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.

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