25 senior acquisition program management professional jobs found in Palmdale

Description: Sr, Contracts Management (Level 3) Location: Palmdale, CA What You Will Be Doing Join the legendary Skunk Works® team and take your career to new heights as a Senior Contracts Negotiator. In this role, you will play a key part in shaping innovative programs by managing and negotiating contracts that directly support some of the most advanced aircraft in the world. You will be the trusted advisor for contract lifecycle management—from strategy development to negotiation and closeout—while collaborating with cross-functional partners and influencing high-level business outcomes. Key Responsibilities - Lead contract lifecycle management from proposal through negotiation, execution, administration, and closeout. - Develop and execute negotiation strategies that balance customer needs with company objectives. - Prepare, submit, and defend contract proposals while ensuring accuracy and compliance. - Provide strategic guidance and oversight to team members on...

Description: Advanced Systems Business Manager Location: Palmdale CA What You Will Be Doing As a Sr. Staff, Financial Management professional supporting the Skunk Works Line of Business, you will serve as the Business Manager for programs within the Advanced Systems portfolio. This high-impact role plays a critical part in creating and maintaining an effective customer relationship, guiding financial execution, and driving business performance across a dynamic development environment. You will provide day-to-day leadership across a wide range of business management functions — from proposal development and contract execution to financial planning, forecasting, and performance management. This role offers direct exposure to internal and customer leadership, making it an excellent opportunity for a finance professional seeking both strategic influence and hands-on program ownership. Key Responsibilities - Serve as the Business Manager for programs within the ADP Advanced...

Description: Skunk Works® is on the leading edge of manufacturing innovation. We continually look for ways to improve processes and performance while extracting cost by focusing on the areas of advanced composites, additive manufacturing and high-temperature structures. Who You Are If you are someone who enjoys guiding others to success, this opportunity will invite you to lead and inspire. • Visionary, innovative, and strategic. • Enjoy Leading and developing your team to success. • Able to listen to others, use creative problem-solving, and arrive at an outcome that satisfies everyone. What You Will Be Doing This manager position will require leading a team of Tool Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers located in Palmdale, CA that develops plans and designs in support of Production Stand Up for classified programs. This position will lead their team by providing managerial oversight and accountability for the following tasks: • Work with other organizations to develop...

Description: Skunk Works® is on the leading edge of manufacturing innovation. We continually look for ways to improve processes and performance while extracting cost by focusing on the areas of advanced composites, additive manufacturing and high-temperature structures. What You Will Be Doing Manages the day to day activity of a large production engineering team in support of a Classified program. This includes the responsibility for production engineering life cycle deliverables from product design through manufacturing implementation. The team consists of manufacturing engineers, test engineers, tooling engineers, manufacturing planners, project managements reps, CAMs and associated mid-level leaders. • Lead the organizational goals and support the line of business customers. • Support the setup of new and expanded facilities, associated capital assets and factory of the future aspects including manufacturing automation and digital transformation within the ADP program...

Description: The manager will provide overall Quality leadership for the classified programs, ensuring compliance with AS9100, ISO 12207, and internal LM quality standards while driving a culture of accountability. He/she will administer program budgets (approximately $10 M‑$30 M) and develop, monitor, and adjust schedules using Earned Value Management techniques to keep projects on track. Direct supervision of roughly 60 personnel—including supervisors, inspectors, analysts, and engineers—will involve assigning work, evaluating performance, identifying skill gaps, and fostering professional development. Continuous‑improvement initiatives will be led through corrective‑preventive actions, root‑cause analyses, and Lean/Six‑Sigma projects aimed at reducing defects and increasing efficiency. The manager will collaborate closely with Engineering, Test Operations, Supply Chain, Planning, Logistics, and external customers (DoD, DCMA, etc.) to meet quality, cost, and schedule...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin Aviation's story is one of perseverance—failing, trying again, and achieving success. Since its inception, Lockheed Martin has embraced this spirit, advancing aeronautical design and delivering mission success. We value the talents of our team, celebrating their unique contributions. Together, our passion and strategic vision drive innovation, inspire progress, and shape the future of aerospace and defense. Join us in making history. Elevate your career as a Control Account Manager (CAM) for Palmdale Skunk Works (ADP). In this key role, you’ll ensure EVM compliance while managing cost, schedule, and technical performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the success of the world’s most advanced aircraft. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING • Earned Value Management: Oversee compliance and implementation of EVM principles, managing cost, schedule, and technical scope. • Performance Analysis: Conduct cost and schedule variance analysis,...

Description: Senior Finance Analyst - Skunk Works - Level 3 Location: Palmdale CA What You Will Be Doing This position will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of ADP Program Finance activities. This position supports a multitude of program finance functions; including the ability to act independently in establishing / managing Performance Measurement Baselines, analysis and reconciliation of actual costs, development of Estimate at Complete (EAC), conducting Earned Value analysis and determination of appropriate Earned Value techniques, and associated variance analysis using various Enterprise toolsets. The candidate will also perform multiple financial cost analyses including cost allocation, controlling costs, and preparation of reports and contractual deliverables, assisting with the development and documentation of corrective action plans, and preparing analysis for presentation to various levels of leadership. ***Must be a US Citizen. This position is...

Description: Senior Finance Analyst - Skunk Works - Level 3 Location: Palmdale CA What You Will Be Doing This position will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of ADP Program Finance activities. This position supports a multitude of program finance functions; including the ability to act independently in establishing / managing Performance Measurement Baselines, analysis and reconciliation of actual costs, development of Estimate at Complete (EAC), conducting Earned Value analysis and determination of appropriate Earned Value techniques, and associated variance analysis using various Enterprise toolsets. The candidate will also perform multiple financial cost analyses including cost allocation, controlling costs, and preparation of reports and contractual deliverables, assisting with the development and documentation of corrective action plans, and preparing analysis for presentation to various levels of leadership. ***Must be a US Citizen. This position is...

Description: Financial Analyst, Sr Location: Palmdale CA What You Will Be Doing The Financial Analyst, Sr supports the day-to-day execution of ADP Program Finance activities and plays a key role in delivering accurate financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting. This position contributes across a broad range of program finance functions, including cost management, earned value analysis, and financial planning. The role requires the ability to work independently while leveraging enterprise financial systems and tools to ensure program performance is effectively tracked, analyzed, and communicated to leadership. Key Responsibilities - Execute day-to-day ADP Program Finance activities across multiple program finance functions - Establish and manage Performance Measurement Baselines (PMBs) with the ability to work independently - Perform analysis and reconciliation of actual costs against plans and forecasts - Develop and maintain Estimate at Complete (EAC)...

Description: WHO WE ARE The Skunk Works (Lockheed Martin Advanced Development Programs) is looking for world-class talent in Software Engineering to be a part of a team that will carry on our 80-year tradition-making history in advanced aircraft development. The vehicle management software team writes software for a wide range of aircraft subsystems that make an airplane fly. We are a highly innovative, multi-site, fast paced team developing modular and reusable software to support both our current platforms and the aircraft of the future. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU 3-day weekend every weekend! 4-10 Mon-Thursday option + Flexible Schedules This team is working new development software where our team members get to work hands on from the lab to the aircraft in all stages of development, including design, code, integration, and lab and field test. We work on a wide range of technologies and give our team members the opportunity to drive their career towards their area of...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer (Radar/EW) - Level 4 for the Skunk Works which is responsible for advancing radar and electronic warfare capabilities on Lockheed Martin’s most advanced aeronautics programs. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer (Radar/EW) - Level 4 you will be responsible for delivering high‑performance RF solutions that enable mission‑critical radar and EW systems across the product lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include: Perform RF engineering analyses and modeling for radar and electronic warfare subsystems. Contribute to system design, development, integration, test, and production activities. Apply Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices to create and maintain digital system models. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to validate requirements and ensure seamless integration. Support sustainment and troubleshoot performance issues throughout the hardware lifecycle. What’s In It For You...

Description: This position will work on a Vehicle Systems Software Development team. Responsibilities include: - ADP program work force management (Re-assignments/placements, recruitment, selection of new employees, and terminations) - Personnel Management (training, mentoring, career development, performance/compensation, and promotions) - Management responsibility will include significant collaboration with ADP programs, Aeronautics Programs, other Business Units, and Industry. The successful candidate will be expected to support communications with all levels of employees, customers, and industry from engineer up to executive. Strong skills in conflict resolution, proactive communication, building collaborative relationships, and other "soft skills" are desired. - Support pursuit and management of internal and customer sponsored technology roadmaps. - Interface with LM Aero, other business units, external customers, and suppliers to develop new technologies and transition them...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer Senior Staff - Level 5 for the Skunk Works Systems Engineering team which is responsible for advancing cutting‑edge mission systems. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer Senior Staff - Level 5 you will be responsible for leading the development of a new Skunk Works product within a program portfolio, driving technical solutions in a fast‑paced environment. You will partner with program management, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams to ensure technical integrity and successful delivery. Your responsibilities will include: - Guiding engineering personnel in requirements development, decomposition, tracking, and verification. - Chairing Functional Configuration Audits and leading risk assessments and mitigation efforts. - Developing supplier specifications, technical plans, and verifying requirements. - Providing systems and subsystem integration/test support and collaborating with program management. - Applying Earned...

Description: Lockheed Martin‑Aeronautics seeks an experienced, proactive Security Associate Manager to serve as the Contractor SAP Security Officer for our premier Skunk Works facility. In this pivotal role, you will lead the safeguarding of classified, high‑value assets within a Special Access Program environment, driving the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of security policies that align with DoD directives, manuals, and internal standards. You will act as the primary liaison between government security entities and internal stakeholders, ensuring that the DT&SS portfolio maintains the highest level of security posture while supporting rapid technology development and mission‑critical operations. Key Responsibilities: - Partner with the government security team to elevate program security posture, overseeing functions such as Personnel Security (PERSEC), Operational Security (OPSEC), Physical Security (PHYSEC), and Security Education, Training &...

Description: You will be the Non-Metallic Senior Materials & Processes Engineer for the Palmdale Materials and Processes (M&P) group which is responsible for advancing non‑metallic material solutions across Advanced Development Programs. What You Will Be Doing As the Non-Metallic Senior Materials & Processes Engineer you will be responsible for delivering expert material support that enables high‑performance aerospace assemblies. Your responsibilities will include: Provide non‑metallic materials support to domestic and foreign co‑producers. Apply chemistry expertise to adhesives, sealants, polymers and structural assembly requirements. Review engineering Build‑To Packages and maintain entries for M&P databases. Evaluate new materials and develop process specifications for production use. Develop and oversee test plans, determining releaseability of technical documents. What’s In It For You We are committed to supporting...

Description: You will be the Staff Systems Engineer - Level 4 for the Advanced Development Program (ADP) which is responsible for pioneering next‑generation aircraft technologies. What You Will Be Doing As the Staff Systems Engineer - Level 4 you will be responsible for translating ambitious concepts into verifiable system designs, driving the integration of cutting‑edge engineering disciplines, and delivering results in a fast‑paced, innovative environment. Your responsibilities will include: - Leading system architecture and trade‑study activities for advanced aircraft concepts. - Driving Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices and tool adoption. - Coordinating multidisciplinary teams to execute agile development cycles. - Managing multiple concurrent assignments while maintaining technical rigor and schedule commitments. - Producing technical risk assessments and present actionable solutions to senior leadership. What’s In It For You We are committed to...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer Senior Staff - Level 5 for the Skunk Works Systems Engineering team which is responsible for advancing cutting‑edge mission systems. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer Senior Staff - Level 5 you will be responsible for leading the development of a new Skunk Works product within a program portfolio, driving technical solutions in a fast‑paced environment. Your responsibilities will include: - Guiding engineering personnel in requirements development, decomposition, tracking, and verification. - Chairing Functional Configuration Audits and leading risk assessments and mitigation efforts. - Developing supplier specifications, technical plans, and verifying requirements. - Providing systems and subsystem integration/test support and collaborating with program management. - Applying Earned Value Measurement Systems (EVMS) and driving technical leadership across product phases. - Authoring and managing Statements of Work...

Description: WHO WE ARE The Skunk Works (Lockheed Martin Advanced Development Programs) is looking for world-class talent in Software Engineering to be a part of a team that will carry on our 80-year tradition-making history in advanced aircraft development. The vehicle management software team writes software for a wide range of aircraft subsystems that make an airplane fly. We are a highly innovative fast paced team working developing modular and reusable software to support both our current platforms and the aircraft of the future. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU 3-day weekend every weekend! 4-10 Mon-Thursday option + Flexible Schedules This team is working new development software where our team members get to work hands on from the lab to the aircraft in all stages of development, including design, code, integration, and lab and field test. We work on a wide range of technologies and give our team members the opportunity to drive their career towards their area of interest. You...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer (Radar/EW) – Level 3 for the Radar/EW Systems Engineering team which is responsible for delivering advanced RF engineering solutions across the full aircraft lifecycle. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer (Radar/EW) – Level 3 you will be responsible for applying RF engineering expertise to design, develop, integrate, produce, and sustain cutting‑edge radar and electronic‑warfare systems. Your responsibilities will include: Performing RF analysis, modeling, and testing to support system design and performance verification. Integrating radar/EW subsystems into aircraft platforms using Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices. Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to transition designs from development through production and sustainment. Applying digital engineering tools to create and maintain accurate system models and documentation. Ensuring compliance with security and...

Description: You will be the Nuclear Hardening and Survivability Engineer – Level 5 for the Aeronautics team which is responsible for ensuring aircraft avionics and mission systems remain operable in hostile nuclear environments. What You Will Be Doing As the Nuclear Hardening and Survivability Engineer – Level 5 you will be responsible for providing deep technical leadership on the design, analysis, testing, and certification of avionics and mission systems that must survive HEMP, ionizing radiation, thermal flash/radiation, blast, gust, and over‑pressure events. Your responsibilities will include: Developing and validating hardening strategies and survivability metrics that meet U.S. military nuclear survivability standards. Leading system‑engineering integration and test activities for NH&S program plans, including derivation of hardening requirements. Conducting analysis, testing, and certification of avionics and mission systems to demonstrate...