Technical Program Manager Staff

You will be the Technical Program Manager for the Forge team. Our team drives AI-enabled, data-centric solutions that cut costs, accelerate production, and sustain competitive advantage across LockheedMartin Missiles & Fire Control.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Technical Program Manager you will be responsible for leading cross-functional teams, partnering with high-visibility program customers, and delivering measurable AI-driven outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Partner directly with program customers to understand pain points, define value-driven outcomes, and deliver measurable results (cost, labor, yield, schedule).
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project execution plans, budgets, metrics, and milestone schedules.
• Coordinate data-science, software-engineering, and AI/ML teams to ensure seamless delivery of AI solutions.
• Assess project issues, devise resolutions, and guarantee productivity, quality, and customer-satisfaction targets are met.
• Monitor strategy alignment, allocate resources, and adjust requirements to keep projects on track.

Why Join Us

We are looking for a collaborative, purpose-driven leader who thrives on turning complex data into high-impact solutions that keep the warfighter safe and advance aerospace innovation. This role offers high visibility, direct influence on mission-critical programs, and a clear path for career growth within a world-class aerospace organization.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible 4-day×10-hour schedules. Learn more about LockheedMartin's comprehensive benefits package here.

• Bachelors or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Physics or a related field

• Must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance

• Proven experience in technical program/project management across the entire lifecycle (project ideation through closeout)

• Previous experience in a technical engineering design role for DoD programs (mechanical, systems, integration & test, electrical, etc.) Desired Skills:

• Proven ability to successfully manage technical engineering teams

• Experience in software development processes and product development (e.g., Agile methodology development, DevSecOps, configuration management)

• Excellent communications, both written and formal presentations - able to translate technical concepts into business value

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills

• Prior program management experience at Lockheed Martin or DoD programs

• Proven history of developing strong customer and cross-organizational relationships

• Previous experience with missile development and/or Air & Missile Defense systems

• Experience with AI/ML system concepts such as data ETL pipelines, data security, model evaluations, cloud/hybrid-cloud system architectures, and CI/CD pipelines

• Experience with Product Management concepts such as product got-to-market strategies, branding and marketing basics, long-term support and maintenance

• Self-motivated and able to operate with minimal guidance and succeed in a highly competitive arena Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration., 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 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.