Job Description

APEX Program Lead

The APEX Program lead is responsible for the implementation of the Accelerated Performance Excellence (APEX) program across Lockheed Martin, driving a culture of continuous improvement and performance excellence. This candidate will be responsible for leading and harmonizing the APEX framework including tools, processes, and skills development across Business Areas (BAs) with effective cross BA partnership and communication. The APEX Program Lead will work closely with Executive Stakeholders across the enterprise requiring strong collaboration and partnership to meet APEX milestones and program schedule. Key Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Ensuring a consistent Operating Model is implemented and sustained
• APEX Strategy Development: Collaborate with BA leaders and stakeholders to ensure APEX strategy is aligned with Lockheed Martin's strategic initiatives (e.g., Model Based Enterprise, 1LMX, Artificial Intelligence).
• BA Engagement: Work with BA leaders to identify and prioritize APEX projects, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project execution.
• Tool and Process Harmonization: Develop and implement standardized APEX tools, definitions, and reporting procedures across BAs, ensuring consistency and interoperability.
• Project Intake and Value Tracking: Establish a robust project intake process, ensuring that APEX projects are properly chartered, resourced, and tracked, with a focus on value creation and cost savings.
• Resource Management: Develop and implement a resource management plan, ensuring that APEX practitioners and lean subject matter experts are effectively deployed across the enterprise to support project execution.
• Training and Development: Collaborate with HR and BA leaders to develop and deliver APEX training programs, ensuring that employees have the necessary skills and knowledge to drive cultural transformation.
• Metrics and Reporting: Establish a comprehensive metrics and reporting framework, providing visibility into APEX project performance, value creation, and cost savings across the enterprise.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong relationships with BA leaders, stakeholders, and employees, ensuring that APEX initiatives are aligned with business objectives and that stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the process.

While not required, the following desired qualifications will be considered a plus for candidates applying for the position:

• Advanced Degree: A master's degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Certifications: Certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies (e.g., Black Belt, Green Belt).
• Change Management Experience: Experience in driving cultural transformation and change management initiatives across large organizations.
• Data Analysis Skills: Strong data analysis skills, with experience in using data to drive business decisions and measure performance.
• Experience with APEX or Similar Programs: Experience with APEX or similar programs, with knowledge of the tools, processes, and skills development required to drive performance excellence.
• Executive-Level Experience: Experience working with executive-level stakeholders, with the ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships.
• Training and Development Experience: Experience in developing and delivering training programs, with the ability to ensure that employees have the necessary skills and knowledge to drive cultural transformation.

It is preferred that a candidate be accessible to an LM Hub office, additionally travel for the role may be required.

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