Description:

You will be the Sniper/ATP Production Operations Senior Manager for the Missiles and Fire Control team. Our team is responsible for leading operations execution of complex Sniper/ATP programs.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Sniper/ATP Production Operations Senior Manager you will be responsible for ensuring successful planning, execution, and delivery of complex defense products.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Operations Leadership – develop and implement execution strategies aligned with program requirements and company goals.


• Production Operations Management – oversee scope, schedule, budget, risk, and monitor progress, driving corrective actions as needed.


• Stakeholder Management – build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners, acting as the primary point of contact.


• Team Leadership – mentor direct reports, foster a collaborative high‑performance culture, and support all production teams.


• Financial & Risk Management – own budgets and forecasts, implement cost‑saving measures, and mitigate program risks.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a decisive, mission‑focused leader who thrives in a fast‑moving defense environment. You will shape critical program outcomes, work with cutting‑edge technology, and influence a high‑impact team that delivers on national security objectives.

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.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience
- Knowledge of defense industry regulations and requirements, including ITAR, DFARS, and FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation).
- Proficiency in Microsoft office suite: Ability to create project and milestone charts, and use data and create value added presentations to report updates, status reports, etc.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software (ERP, Visio, Project etc.).
- Experience with customer and stakeholder communication
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship
Desired Skills:
- Master’s degree preferred – MBA, Engineering, or related field
- PMP or equivalent certification
- Earned Value Management System experience
- Experience leading cross functional teams and working across different business organizations and customer communities
- Proven experience managing large, complex programs with budgets exceeding $100 million.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders and customers.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and make data-driven decisions.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent oral, written, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Experience working under Un-definitized Contract Actions and construction and commissioning of manufacturing facilities.
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 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First