Senior Program Manager, AAFS S-70 DCS Programs

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Description:THE WORK

Lockheed Martin is seeking an experienced and driven professional to serve as Senior Program Manager of the S-70 Commercial Program Portfolio. The Senior Program Manager will be responsible to ensure internal execution and performance of all current and future contracts, including IRAD projects, and new capture proposals. The Senior Program Manager will manage a team of Program Managers and interface directly with functional leads and Finance to ensure all contracted activities are on track, integrated, staffed, and achieving the company's financial plan objectives. The Senior Program Manager will report to the AAFS Black Hawk Sustainment and S-70 Program Director.

In this role, you will:
Lead team of Program Managers to execute portfolio of contracts within the cost, schedule, and technical requirements of development, production, test, customer acceptance, delivery, and support efforts.
Report status of key projects on a regular basis to Programs and Executive Leadership. Resolve internal management issues and escalate as needed. Coordinate and prepare monthly AAFS VP Business Review presentation with standardized metrics for each program, a financial summary of the platform performance, forward outlook and status of key product line initiatives.
Represent S-70 commercial Aircraft Programs at Quality Council, S&OP, Cash Collection, and Obsolescence Management meetings
Develop strong working relationships with customer counterparts, major suppliers, Sikorsky leadership team and team members to ensure program success.
Partner with the Business Development team to define, estimate, and convert proposals into executable contracts.
Track and manage activities to full compliance of all ITC guidelines and requirements as applicable.
Drive initiatives focused on creating a seamless operating environment between Stratford and PZL in Mielec, Poland

WHO WE ARE

Sikorsky is synonymous with innovation in rotary-wing aviation. Our aircraft have lifted presidents, rescued thousands, and delivered critical support in combat zones around the globe. We are proud to support the U.S. Army with aircraft that are built to perform and engineered to endure. Our people thrive in a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement-and are united by a mission that matters.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a highly organized and proactive program management professional with a strong foundation in business operations, cost/schedule management, and international contracts. You are skilled at navigating cross-functional environments, influencing without authority, and driving results through collaboration. You excel at balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution and can effectively communicate progress, risks, and solutions at all levels of the organization.

WHY JOIN US

This is more than just a job-it's a chance to make a real difference. As the S-70 Commercial Senior Program Manager, you will help shape the success of Sikorsky's largest line of business and support missions that protect lives and strengthen global security. Join us and be part of a team that's building the future of flight, while building your own career with unmatched growth opportunities, benefits, and purpose.

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related discipline
MA/MS/MBA Preferred.
Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in program management, business operations, finance, or related field
Demonstrated experience with cost and schedule management (e.g., Earned Value Management, IMS/IMP, baseline control)
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex program requirements
Desired Skills:
Experience in Program Management with financial control and earned value experience is required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
Exceptional attention to detail, focus on quality
Ability to learn at an accelerated rate
Interest in international business, trade compliance, appreciation for cultural differences
Strong team building skills required.
Ability to multi-task and manage multiple contracts concurrently is preferred.
Solid appreciation of the importance of integrated master plans (IMP) and master schedules (IMS). Able to utilize enterprise scheduling tools to manage all projects/programs. Able to formulate and execute recovery plans as required.

Knowledge of Risk Management tools and implementation is preferred.

Experience working with Operations final assembly, completions and hangar ops is preferred.
Knowledge of International Trade Compliance preferred
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 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: 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 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 Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Program Management
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

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