Manager Of Configuration Management - Level 5

Description:You will be the Manager of Configuration Management- Level 5 for the ADP Configuration Management team.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Manager of Configuration Management- Level 5 you will be responsible for leading a high‑performing configuration management organization within the Advanced Development Program, guiding both leadership and technical execution.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and mentoring a 20+ member configuration management team.
• Balancing leadership and technical tasks, maintaining roughly a 50/50 split between leadership and individual contributor tasks
• Defining, implementing, and ensuring compliance with CM processes.
• Overseeing staffing, performance management, training, and career planning.
• Managing project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.

What's In It For You

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. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

A collaborative leader with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, adept at interfacing with program management, customers, and integrated product teams. You bring proven experience in configuration management, process governance, and team development, thriving in a fast‑paced, innovative environment.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Palmdale, CA or Marietta, GA.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

aerosystems

Basic Qualifications:

10+ years of experience managing hardware and software configuration on an Aerospace program with responsibility of

• Configuration Management Planning and Management
• Configuration Identification
• Configuration Change Management
• Configuration Status Accounting
• Configuration Verification and Audit
• Supplier Management

Experience as the configuration lead on an aerospace program

Experience developing, estimating and executing the Configuration Management portion of an Aerospace SOW

Cost Account Management (CAM) Certification

Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Systems (e.g. Teamcenter, 3DX)

Briefed to at least 1 ADP ISR/UAS SAP

Desired Skills:

Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or Math

Experience analyzing hardware and software systems

• Familiarity with Software Development Methodologies
• Focused attention to detail to ensure required data attributes are accurate and complete, and that workflow processes are executed thoroughly
• Demonstrated behaviors of a systems thinker; selects and applies appropriate systems thinking skills to solve problems and implement constructive change
• Resolving technical challenges requiring integration with cross-functional teams
• Experience working in a collaborative team environment
• Excellent writing, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with configuration status accounting and product release process
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to build effective working relationships
• Experience working with customer and Sub-Contractor CDRL/SDRLs and SOWs
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Experience with reading and understanding DoD Contracts
• Able to prioritize tasking and manage time effectively
• Attention to detail

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

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $128,400 - $226,435. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $147,700 - $255,990. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Systems Engineering: Other

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First