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Mission Software Program Manager- Skunk Works - Level 5

JOB ID: 632249BR

Date posted: Mar. 23, 2023

Locations: Fort Worth, Texas

Description:

We are Lockheed Martin Aeronautics!

The Skunk Works (Lockheed Martin Advanced Development Programs) and Engineering & Technology are looking for world class talent in mission systems software to serve as the Foundational Technology Mission Software Program Manager.

The Mission Software Program Manager is a unique position that blends technical competency in software engineering with programmatic leadership to drive future technology vision and prioritize investments. This role drives future concepts for the Skunk Works capabilities in the areas of Battle Management Command & Control (BMC2), autonomy, mission planning, and software architectures (web technologies, micro-services, etc). This role is responsible for providing comprehensive, integrated, and executable technical solutions supporting both manned and unmanned aircraft system development, particularly focused on mission software. The manager will guide the execution of internal and contract-based research and development funding, coordinate vision and hold briefings to senior leadership, and develop relationships both internally with LM transition partner programs and externally with Government customers.

What You Will Be Doing

This position is within the Mission Systems Roadmaps (MSR) Foundational Technology organization. The greater Foundational Technology leadership team is responsible for the open architecture standards, common core processing hardware and middleware, advanced data links and communications, advanced algorithms, and BMC2 mission software roadmaps for maturing novel technologies to enhance platforms across the Aeronautics enterprise.

Responsibilities also include:

• Program staffing for the Mission Software Portfolio (re assignments and placements)
• Programmatic and Technical execution of the Mission Software Portfolio IRAD and CRAD projects, and research and business pursuits
• Developing technology roadmaps and providing strategic guidance for all Mission Software technology related areas
• Identify, pursue and manage internal and customer sponsored research and development programs
• Interface with LM Aero, other LM business units, and external customers and suppliers to develop new technologies and transition them to LM Aero programs
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations to LM senior management and external customers;

Who You Are

The successful candidate will lead a high-performing multiprogram team and must be self-motivated with a strong work ethic, time‐management, and interpersonal skills. The successful candidate must have demonstrated effective communication skills as the position will require frequent inter organizational and outside customer interactions. The ability to travel on occasion for team interaction and customer engagements is required. Knowledge of various open architecture initiatives in both airborne and ground-based environments is desired (e.g. Open Mission Systems, etc). Experience with all phases of the Software Engineering Process from requirements generation, through development, integration, and test is desired. Experience with DevOps process and tools is highly desired. Experience with autonomy especially as applied to aircraft control is highly desired. The individual will need to be a proven leader with previous skills and experience managing similar groups of software engineers across multiple locations.

You will need to be a US Citizen, and be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD SECRET clearance, to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Basic Qualifications:

Degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education

Experience in Program Management/ Project Management/ Project Engineering

Experience developing software architectures and products for a variety of programs

Experienced with a technical background in software engineering

Desired Skills:

Familiarity with tactical Battle Management Command & Control (BMC2) and/or mission planning

Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning (AI/ML) and autonomy

Strong presentation skills including ability to convey focused messages to internal senior leadership and external customers

Experience leading a team following the Agile/DevOps process (preferably Scrum)

Familiarity with open architecture standards specifically Open Mission Systems (OMS)

Experienced leading multi-site team/s

Software development experience with object oriented design, service oriented architecture design, and/or web architectures

Integration and test experience with large complex software systems

What’s In It For You: 3 day weekends every weekend!

From flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Fort Worth, TX
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.

Security Clearance Statement:

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

Clearance Level:

Top 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

Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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:

AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Relocation Available:

Possible

Career Area:

Software Engineering

Type:

Full-Time

Shift:

First