Job ID: 712744BR Date posted: Dec. 17, 2025 Description:WHAT WE'RE DOINGThe TPQ-53 Subcontract Program Manager (SPM) will be responsible for multiple facets of material provision in support of program cost, schedule and quality, including supplier management.
The SPM will be the direct point of contact to both the designated suppliers and the Program Managers for medium and large subcontracts of production and developmental complex systems/subsystems (category 1, 2, 3). The SPM will be responsible to coordinate the efforts of the assigned subcontract administrator(s) and buyer(s), negotiate pricing and schedule, and lead strategic and tactical regular status reviews with the supply base. The SPM will relay relevant status to program manager/IPT team and coordinate supplier issue resolution with Engineering.
THE WORKIn addition the SPM will support current and future pursuit and proposal activities as well as actively engage in strategic material affordability initiatives.
Specific responsibilities will include:
- Establish action plans/schedule to ensure supplier successful delivery of contracted materials
- Contract deliverables; equipment and services on
time meeting the programs needs
- Documentation; SDRL's delivery, review and feedback
- Establish negotiations strategies for new subcontracts and additional scope within established subcontracts
- Coordinate Subcontractors/supplier Program Reviews
- Reporting performance and program status to senior LM Leadership
- Ensuring material and labor budgets are maintained with positive EVMS performance
- Subcontract Management Teams are well staffed and productive
- Attend and participate in LM Corporate Program Assessment activities, BR's, PAR's, IPR's, etc.,.
- Ensure problems are addressed and resolved in a timely manner
-The SPM will be responsible to ensure Lockheed Martin is well positioned with an affordable materials / services solution to win new business / proposals; specific tasks are as follows:
- Identification of potential sources of supply
- Development of source selection strategy, criteria and planning, including participation in Make / Buy assessments
- Develops request for proposal documents, ensuring
program flow-downs are maintained
- Evaluates proposals for content and quality, challenges subcontractors appropriately
- Executes source selection plans, communicates and justifies results to Sr. LM Leadership
- Prepares and provides subcontractor related input into Proposal
- Ensures subcontractors milestone payment plans are aligned with Program expectations and plans
- Participates in Corporate Proposal assessments and artifacts; INAR, EPP, Price Analysis, Exhibit 7
- Develops strong Subcontract Management Team
ensuring successful new program start-ups
- This assignment will require the need to travel to subcontractors or other LM Sites on an as-needed basis
WHO WE AREOur customers are world-wide and so is our reputation for creating original solutions with the latest technologies. Our products keep our customers safe and bring them home to their families at night.
We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus - if you have the resourcefulness and perseverance to work hard, then we want to create a better tomorrow with you.
WHO YOU AREYou thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment and are committed to delivering best-in-class products and solutions.
WHY JOIN US Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's Comprehensive benefits package here!Basic Qualifications:- Bachelors degree from an accredited college
- Prior direct supply chain experience as an Subcontract Administrator, Subcontract Manager, Procurement Representative, Subcontract Program Manager
- Strong Project management experience with ability
to execute complex activities which will require customer engagement at times- Strong contracting skills
- Proven negotiation skills
- Strong leadership skills
- Ability to obtain a security clearance
Desired Skills:- Working understanding of FAR/DFAR requirements
- Solid interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills
- Proven strong organizational skills
- Significant experience using/operating in the P2P/SCNav toolsets
- 8 years min experience in Subcontracts Management
- 5 years min experience as an SCA/SM responsible for the execution of major Domestic or International Subcontractors
- Experienced in Proposal and Capture activities
- International Subcontracting experience
- Ability to read technical drawings / specifications
- Lean & Six Sigma techniques (Green Belt certified preferred)
- Operations Leadership Development Program graduate
Previous LM supply chain 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 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: Full-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work remotely full time at a location other than a Lockheed Martin designated office/job site. Employees may travel to a Lockheed Martin office for periodic meetings.
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 most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $120,100 - $208,150. 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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $104,500 - $184,115. 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
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First