Description: As the Software Product Acquisition Manager (SPAM), responsibilities include providing engineering management and oversight for the supplier software development efforts for the F-35 & IFG Electro-Optical/Infra-Red (EO/IR) IPT; Participate in and influence design decisions; Coordinate and provide supplier software deliveries; Provide periodic project status to Program Management; and Manage EO/IR Software Problem Anomaly Report (SPAR) metrics. Prior subcontractor management experience preferred. This position will interface weekly with the supplier. Other duties will include maintaining EO/IR entries into the Air System Restrictions Database (ASRD); coordination of internal reviews and maintaining EO/IR Flight Series Data (FSD) modules; and supporting system level reviews for ASRD and Flight Series Data Change Request's (FSDCR). This includes maintenance and publication of the F-35 EO/IR Interface Requirements Specification (IRS), as well as the maintenance of the message format definitions in the Signal Interface Management System (SIMS) tool.

Final DOD Secret Clearance and ability to be cleared to Special Access Programs required.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

This position requires the candidate travel approximately one week per month.

Basic Qualifications:

-Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

-Disciplined in software development processes & methods

-Must be able to get program clearance in addition to having a Final Secret Clearance.

-Bachelor's degree in an Engineer/Technical field.

Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. This position requires a Final Secret Clearance with an investigation within the last 5 years to start.

Desired Skills:

-Experience with Dimensions, SW Depot, CART and Automet

-Experience with SIMS

-Previous supplier technical management experience

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.

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: Electro-Optical Engineering

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First