Director, Uncrewed Maritime Systems (UUV & USV Programs)

Director, Uncrewed Maritime Systems (UUV & USV Programs)

Lead the next frontier of uncrewed maritime dominance. As Director of Uncrewed Maritime Systems, you will serve as the executive business and program leader for our Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (UUV) and Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) portfolios setting strategic direction, driving growth, and delivering mission-critical solutions to the U.S. Navy and allied partners.

The work you will own a diverse portfolio spanning R&D, production, and sustainment, uniting advanced autonomy, AI / ML, and digital analytics into integrated maritime platforms. The selected candidate will also own strategic external partnerships with defense and commercial companies, including the recently announced collaboration between LM and Saildrone, to form the winning team that will ultimately deliver acquisition requirements of domestic and international Customers seeking UUV / USV capability.

This is a highly visible role operating at the intersection of technology, operations, and business execution steering the enterprise toward next-generation uncrewed maritime capability. This role will also have Executive responsibilities for the RMS Palm Beach site.

Who we are : "Our customers are world-wide and so is our reputation for creating original solutions with the latest technologies. Our products keep our customers safe and bring them home to their families at night. We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus - if you have the resourcefulness and perseverance to work hard, then we want to create a better tomorrow with you."

Who you are :

• Shape the Strategy : Define and execute the long-range roadmap for uncrewed maritime systems, aligning capture strategy, technology investment, prototyping, demonstrations and program delivery to drive enterprise growth goals.
• Lead a Portfolio : Overall responsibility for disruptive strategies to create a new market, new business campaigns to extend our backlog, while simultaneously managing the P&L programs on contract. Ensure seamless integration between autonomy, platform engineering, and mission execution.
• Grow the Business : Partner with Business Development and Capture teams to identify new opportunities, lead pursuits, and win competitive captures across U.S. Navy, international, and commercial markets.
• Deliver Excellence : Drive flawless execution meeting or exceeding orders, sales, EBIT, and cash objectives while maintaining schedule integrity, technical rigor, and customer satisfaction.
• Advance Autonomy : Collaborate with Corporate and other LM Business Areas for a OneLM approach to advancing autonomous capabilities to drive business growth across the enterprise.
• Represent the Enterprise : Serve as the senior interface for UUV / USV programs, fostering trusted Customer relationships across the US Navy and International stakeholders. Additionally, represent LM across strategic relationships with industry partners such as Saildrone.
• Lead People & Culture : Inspire and develop a high-performing, cross-functional organization across multiple sites; build a culture of innovation, accountability, and operational excellence.

Why join us : We believe that owning your career and having the freedom to make critical business decisions is key to making a real impact. With the autonomy to use your skills and expertise in innovative ways, you can take on exciting challenges and help solve some of the world's most pressing problems.

Desired skills :

Other important information : 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.

Ability to telecommute : Part time telecommuting.

Shift : First

Work Schedule Information : 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.

Work Schedule : 9x80 every other Friday off.

Security Clearance Information : This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Security Clearance : TS / SCI.

LMCareers Business Unit : RMS

Department : XECW60 : SCSS - LCS

Job Class : Program Management

Job Category : Experienced Professional

City, State : Moorestown-NJ, Riviera Beach-FL

City : Moorestown, Riviera Beach

Zip : 08057, 33404

Virtual : No

Relocation / Housing Stipend Available : Possible

Req Type : Full-Time

Direct / Indirect : Direct

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.

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.

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 $180,000 - $287,500. 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 $180,000 - $345,000. 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