NKAD C-UAS Program Manager

JOB ID: 724259BR

Date posted: Apr. 13, 2026

Description:

You will be the NKAD C‑UAS Program Manager for the Non‑Kinetic Air Defense (NKAD) and Counter‑Swarm team. In this role you will join a growing team responsible for design, prototype, test and rapid fielding of solutions within highly accelerated timelines for all services.

What You Will Be Doing

As the NKAD C‑UAS Program Manager you will be responsible for leading the end‑to‑end delivery of core products from inception through completion.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Design, prototype, test, and rapid fielding of non‑kinetic air‑defense solutions.

• Serve as the single accountable individual for product development lifecycle.

• Manage cost, schedule, and technical performance in partnership with IPT leads and functional support.

• Participate in contract negotiations and proposal preparations.

• Drive business and capture activities to support program growth.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, results‑driven program manager with a proven track record of delivering complex defense programs. This role offers high visibility, direct impact on mission‑critical capabilities, and the opportunity to shape innovative solutions within a world‑class organization.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options.

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. Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

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MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications:

1) Demonstrated ability to lead a team to complete highly technical projects on very short timelines

2) Demonstrated ability to manage cost, schedule and manpower needs

3) Demonstrated ability to use Excel (or equiv) to merge datasets from multiple tools to produce actionable insights

4) U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain DoD Secret level clearance

Desired Skills:

1) (Highly Desired) Demonstrated ability as a player \& coach in highly dynamic, fast-paced technical environments

2) Knowledge of agile practices and their practical application in hardware- and software-based solutions

3) Hands on rapid prototyping (or equivalent) experience in hardware- or software-based efforts. This includes active or recent personal experiences such as rebuilding cars, flying modified UAVs, or developing software in any part of the stack

4) Hands-on experience with data manipulation, including macros (e.g. VBA), scripting (e.g. python), big data tools (e.g. Tableau), and/or RAG-based AI

5) Degree in engineering

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:

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.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

Flexible Schedules, dependent on role

Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management

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