Senior Manager – Science & Technology (S&T) Programs

CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS Until 9/23/2026 8+ years exp First posted June 9, 2026 Last posted July 25, 2026
Job description
• 8+ years of direct experience working with or in support of DoD R&D organizations.
• In-depth understanding of the DoD S&T enterprise, including organizations such as OSD(R&E), DARPA, and Service labs (e.g., AFRL, ARL, ONR).
• Demonstrated knowledge of DoD budget formulation and execution processes, including interaction with the PPBE system.
• Familiarity with defense policy and strategy environments, including participation in or collaboration with defense-focused think tanks.
• Familiarity with Lockheed Martin advanced technology programs.
• Proven ability to assess and communicate the impact of emerging and disruptive technologies on defense capabilities.
• Subject matter expertise in at least one major technology area such as hypersonics, directed energy, missile defense, or counter-UAS systems.
• Exceptional communication, briefing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Active DoD security clearance - Secret.
About this role

Summary

Lead defense technology programs with DoD agencies, managing strategies and stakeholder engagement.

Job title

Senior Manager – Science & Technology (S&T) Programs

Experience level

8+ years

Minimum experience

8+ years exp

Industry

aerospace

Location requirements

Headquarters in the US, remote not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

doD R&Dbudget formulationdefense policytechnology assessmentstakeholder engagement

Preferred skills

think tanksadvance technology programssecurity clearance

Specializations

defensetechnologyhypersonicsdirected energymissile defense
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

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