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The GPS Control Segment Sustainment II (GCS II) team is solving challenges in supporting our customer’s mission of delivering and sustaining reliable GPS capabilities to America's warfighters, allies and civil users; and we're looking for motivated self-driven leaders to join us.

This position supports the GCS II program in Colorado Springs. You will fill the role of site lead and provide direction and technical guidance to a team of approximately 20 engineers located at Schriever Space Force Base (SSFB).

You will be responsible for the following technical tasks:

• Responsible for daily operation of the GCS II Organizational Level Maintenance (OLM) team at SSFB as described below:

• Responsible for working with facility personnel to allocate space for GCS II personnel at SSFB.

• Responsible for ensuring GCS II personnel at SSFB get training, accesses, and resources necessary to perform their job duties (8570 requirements, badges, phone, desk, NIPR/SIPR accounts, etc.).

• Work with the GCS II Software Manager and EPM to ensure the team assigned tasks are successfully completed.

You will be responsible for the following leadership tasks:

• Administration of personnel including efficient allocation of resources and resource dynamics (adds, losses, training).

You will also be responsible for:

• Coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.

• Requesting support from higher level stakeholders in the areas of resource growth or reduction and resolution of Customer issues. The candidate will request support on issues that affect the safety, morale, and smooth operation of the workplace.

• Making daily decisions on resource tasking and organization reporting. The candidate will report weekly and monthly to senior stakeholders on accomplishments, issues, and resolutions. You will develop resource tasks and strategies. These decisions and recommendations will be made with minimal management oversight.

• Managing and assess the morale of their team. The individual will interpret Lockheed Martin Organization policies, processes and procedures as well as GCS II processes.

This is an SENIOR CAREER Role (level 5) where candidates require 14+ years of professional experience and a BS degree or above.

You must have a final Secret security clearance prior to start.

To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin fosters an inclusive work environment that encourages differences and big-picture thinking.

Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:

• Medical

• Dental

• 401k

• Paid time off

• Work/life balance

• Career development

• Mentorship opportunities

• Rewards & recognition

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package : 401K, PTO, and work/life balance and more.

The GPS Control Segment Sustainment II (GCS II) team is solving challenges in supporting our customer’s mission of delivering and sustaining reliable GPS capabilities to America's warfighters, allies and civil users; and we're looking for motivated self-driven leaders to join us.

Basic Qualifications:

• Excellent problem-solving skills

• Candidate must be willing to work occasional weekends and travel to support operational installs

• Ability to work in a team-oriented setting and independently as required, to achieve goals and targets in an exciting schedule driven environment

• Requires an active Secret Clearance prior to start.

Desired Skills:

• Ability to forecast and manage program staffing

• Understanding of Firm Fix Price contract implementation

• Understanding of ground control system

• Prior operations support experience

• Prior leadership 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: Standard Monday to Friday 40 hour work week

Pay Rate:

The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Washington or Washington DC is $123,500 - $236,800 . 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.

Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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: SPACE

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Software Engineering

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First