Software Factory Director, Chief Digital and AI Office (CDAO)

Software Factory Director, Chief Digital and AI Office (CDAO)

Description: Are you ready to lead the future of software development and digital transformation? As the Software Factory Director within the Chief Digital and AI Office (CDAO), you'll be at the forefront of innovation, driving the development of a cutting-edge DevOps Software Factory that transforms the way we deliver software solutions. This is your chance to shape the future of secure, AI-driven software for some of the most advanced programs in the world.

Why This Role is Exciting:

1. Lead Industry-Defining Change: You'll be responsible for pioneering a Secure Software Supply Chain, building a world-class Open Source Program Office (OSPO), and delivering game-changing 21st Century Cloud Platforms and Architectures.
2. Harness the Power of AI: Lead the integration of AI into the software lifecycle, leveraging AI applications and Large Language Models (LLMs) to boost developer productivity and transform how software is created and deployed.
3. Collaborate with the Best: Partner with subject matter experts, business leaders, and key Department of Defense customers to drive strategic initiatives in DevSecOps and Software Factory programs that deliver real-world impact.

What you will do:

1. Innovate and Inspire: Spearhead the delivery of DevSecOps solutions that empower our business, from cutting-edge cloud platforms to seamless GitOps and infrastructure-as-code.
2. Shape the Future of Open Source: Lead the company’s Open Source strategy, ensuring we're active contributors and leaders in the global open-source community.
3. AI-Driven Acceleration: Deploy advanced AI tools that revolutionize the software development process, reducing bottlenecks and boosting delivery speed.
4. Drive Strategic Engagement: Champion the adoption of the Software Factory across our business areas, integrating AI, cloud, and security solutions into mission-critical programs.
5. Cultivate Strong Partnerships: Build deep relationships with DoD customers, aligning innovation with national security needs.
6. Foster a High-Performing Team: Lead a dynamic, virtual team that thrives on innovation, agility, and continuous improvement—delivering real value every step of the way.
7. Champion Agile Excellence: Embed a culture of lean/agile principles, driving continuous delivery, rapid experimentation, and fail-fast innovation across all initiatives.
8. Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with senior executives, including the Chief Architect, to ensure our technology strategies are aligned with business objectives, delivering measurable value.

This is not just a job—it’s a mission to revolutionize how we build, deploy, and scale software solutions. If you're passionate about AI, cloud platforms, and leading the next generation of software innovation, this is the role for you. Join us and be a part of shaping the future!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We Hear You, We See You. At LM Enterprise Operations we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse-thinkers like you! At LM Enterprise Operations, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.

Basic Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 20 years or more of professional experience; or 15 years of professional experience with a related Master’s degree in a related technical discipline.
2. Subject matter expert and technical authority in Digital Transformation disciplines, including model-based systems engineering, production operations, logistics and sustainment, enterprise information technology capabilities, and modern IT practices.
3. Demonstrated successful experience with leading and managing teams on enterprise-scale technical initiatives, both internal and external to Lockheed Martin.
4. Demonstrated experience as a Full Spectrum Leader, with success energizing teams, openly collaborating, and enabling their best performance.
5. Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a high-performing virtual team, including self-motivation, strong work ethics, efficient time management, and strong interpersonal skills.
6. Demonstrated experience with Agile DevOps methodologies, practices, and infrastructure.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with audience-appropriate translation (technical to non-technical, vice versa, etc.), and demonstrated experience briefing the highest levels of company and customer organizations.
8. Demonstrated experience as an expert in software development, leveraging Agile DevOps practices for Continuous Integration/Continuous Development (CI/CD).

Desired Skills:

1. Demonstrated expertise in state-of-the-art Industry 4.0 technologies, tools, and capabilities.
2. Professional credentials and certifications as an expert in systems architecture development, either internally with LM’s Architect Development and Qualification Program (ADQP) or externally with an organization like INCOSE, with demonstrated program experience.
3. Ability to travel for broad business area facilitation and team interaction is required (approximately 25% of the time).
4. Demonstrated experience with cloud migration and hosting, including experience with Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Cloud Service Providers (CSP).
5. Successful experience with both program and technical management disciplines, including management of cost, schedule, performance, and resources.
6. Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a high-performing virtual team, including self-motivation, strong work ethics, efficient time management, and strong interpersonal skills.
7. Experience facilitating a diverse group of technical professionals to collaborate on common solutions.
8. Security Clearance: it is desired that the candidate possesses active Department of Defense Secret (or above), Secure Compartmentalized Information access, or Department of Energy L clearance.

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:

1. 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.
2. Ability to Work Remotely: Full-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work remotely full time at a location other than a Lockheed Martin designated office/job site. Employees may travel to a Lockheed Martin office for periodic meetings.
3. 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.
4. Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week.
5. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $180,000 - $300,000. 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.
6. 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.

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: ENTERPRISE BUSINESS SERVICES

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Software Engineering

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First