Program Manager Jobs in Grand Prairie, TX

JOB ID: 730845BR

Date posted: Jun. 10, 2026

Description:

**Work locations: Orlando, FL or Grand Prairie, TX only**

You will serve as the Program Manager for the Microelectronics Focus Area, leading the execution of advanced microelectronics development programs that support critical national security missions.

What You Will Be Doing

You will be responsible for proactively managing program execution across cost, schedule, technical performance, and contract requirements while ensuring successful delivery of program objectives and customer commitments, and strategic business goals. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, sound business acumen, and the ability to effectively manage geographically dispersed cross-functional teams through all phases of program execution. As a Program Manager, you will be responsible for managing day‑to‑day activities of the Microelectronics Focus Area development programs. This role requires close coordination across Engineering, Finance, Contracts, Planning, Global Supply Chain, subcontractors, and internal and external stakeholders to deliver innovative microelectronics solutions within a fast-paced, technically complex environment.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead daily program execution activities and ensure alignment with technical, business, and strategic objectives.
• Oversee program cost management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting activities.
• Monitor schedule performance, identify risks and opportunities, and implement corrective actions to maintain program execution objectives.
• Validate technical deliverables against customer requirements, program milestones, and quality standards.
• Coordinate across Engineering, Finance, Contracts, Planning, Global Supply Chain, subcontractors, and internal and external stakeholders to facilitate seamless program execution and communication.
• Serve as the primary customer interface for program execution activities and communicate program status, risks, and recovery plans.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across multiple sites and support critical execution activities.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with strong business acumen, capable of guiding geographically dispersed teams to deliver innovative solutions in a fast‑paced, technically complex environment.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Engineering, Program Management, or a related discipline.
• 2 or more years of Program Management, Project Management, or related experience within the aerospace, defense, microelectronics, or advanced technology industry.
• Demonstrated ability to support execution of development programs involving cost, schedule, technical performance, and contract requirements.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating activities across Engineering, Finance, Contracts, Planning, Procurement, and Operations organizations to accomplish program objectives.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, technically complex environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal leadership, customers, subcontractors, and technical teams.
• Working knowledge of program management principles, risk management practices, and program execution methodologies.
• Experience using business and program management tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project or OpenPlan, SAP, and other scheduling or financial management systems.
• Ability to operate with limited day-to-day direction while demonstrating sound judgment, initiative, and accountability in program execution activities.
• Understanding of how program performance impacts broader business operations, customer relationships, and strategic objectives.
• Ability to travel domestically on a limited basis to customer, supplier, subcontractor, and internal company facilities as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US-DOD Secret Clearance.

Desired Skills:

• Experience supporting technology transition efforts from development into production or operational use.
• Familiarity with IR, RF, and/or Power systems for military, scientific, and/or commercial applications.
• Familiarity working with government laboratories, DoD customers, or federally funded research organizations.
• Exposure to semiconductor development environments, including familiarity with PDKs, ADKs, and EDA tools.

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:

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.

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:

MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL

Relocation Available:

Possible

Career Area:

Program Management

Type:

Full-Time

Shift:

First

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

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