Subcontract Program Manager

Leads teams overseeing subcontractors for all contract types and programs. Directs and manages all costs, quality, schedule, financial and technical performance requirements that are levied on the subcontractor or the product family and is required to ensure performance and support of the contract milestones of the system. Develops sourcing and subcontract program management strategic plans that address overall program capture needs and execution. Acts as the main focal point to the subcontractor and program management office. Responsible for and directs all phases of the subcontract from initiation of the business case for make or buy decisions through requests for proposals, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, cost accountability and program execution. Makes decisions affecting the performance of the subcontractor. Establishes milestone objectives and manages performance to committed schedules and contractual specifications. Leads team normally composed of engineers, quality and procurement personnel.

Specific Job Description

Reporting to the Lockheed Martin Canada Inc. (Lockheed Martin) Subcontracts Department Manager, the Subcontract Program Manager (SPM) is responsible for managing assigned subcontracts and acting as lead for the associated Subcontract Management Teams (SMTs).
As SPM, the successful candidate will assume responsibilities that include the following efforts/tasks:

• Program performance of all assigned subcontractors
• Program controls and metrics for all assigned subcontracts
• Performing and supporting subcontract risk mitigation efforts
• Ensuring that subcontractor meets/exceeds the Industrial and Technology Benefits (ITB) and Canadian Value Proposition (CVP) goals for the program acquisitions
• Cost Account Manager (CAM) for subcontracts/materials reporting and ensuring Sourcing/Program Manager (PM) leadership is well informed on progress and any necessary corrective action plans
• Ensuring there are no red subcontractors
• Implementing a supply chain strategy that meets/exceeds program/customer expectations
• Implementing risk mitigation tools to reduce/eliminate program risks for any core/critical suppliers/subcontractors using tools such as Risk Based Assessment Tool (RBAT), Technical Kick-off (TKO) events and other Lean Six Sigma tools/techniques
• Implementing an organization concept for the execution phase of the program (post award); working in a matrix assignment to ensure that functional and programmatic leaders are informed on progress
• Performing other assignments as directed in support of the business

• Engineering, Science or Business degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience/ education combination with professional experience and specialized training commensurate with assignment
• 10+ years equivalent experience in engineering, project management, contract/subcontract administration or pertinent experience on complex military programs or similar programs
• Proven strong contracting skills
• Proven negotiation skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Solid interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong program management skills.

• Engineering experience in development projects
• Program/Project Management experience
• Contract and subcontract management experience
• Participation in leadership development activities
• Experience in related fields such as Defence (Navy, Army, Air Force), Aerospace and Cyber security.