LMUK SS Managing Director
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LM People Job Code/Title:
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Programme / Functional Group:
SS11267
L3046I/ LMUK SS Managing Director
HM Naval Base Clyde
Strategic Systems
Description of Business Environment:
Lockheed Martin UK – Strategic Systems (LMUK SS) is the single contractor providing
specialist Waterfront In-Service Support to the Royal Navy's Trident Strategic Weapon
System (SWS). The company plays a supporting role in the operational readiness of the
nation's nuclear deterrent on board the Vanguard class Trident Submarines and provides
the Ministry of Defence (MoD) with safe, efficient and responsive support, while meeting
programme and cost targets. LMUK SS, as part of the ABL Alliance with AWE and
Babcock, are now responsible for the management of operations at the Royal Naval
Armaments Depot Coulport (RNAD(C)). The MOD retains ownership and control of the
site.
Specific Job Description:
Managing Director for the LMUK SS business reporting directly to the FBM Operations
Director in SSC Sunnyvale. Responsible for overall operations of the LMUK SS business
and as such defines policies, and implements them for the improvement of the business.
Creates and drives the Strategic Direction of the business scrutinizes, assesses, and
monitors all departments. Answerable to the external customers, and also the SSC
Management Chain and LMUK ELT, on issues regarding performance.
Responsible for Operational commitments to include:
 Overall Responsibility for delivering Business Level LRP commitments
 Orders, Sales, EBIT and Cash for LMUK SS consistent with the commitments of the
SSC LRP
 Responsible for developing and delivering Business Strategy including opportunity
management
 Responsible for LMUK SS HSE Performance. (Legal Entity)
 Transition of ABL(L) operations from legacy MOD policies, systems and procedures
to LM policies, systems, and procedures including IT, HR (LMPeople, LMCommit),
facilities, security, trade compliance, ESH
 Ensuring programme execution of existing contracts for all programmes
 Line manager for the heads of departments (F&BO, HSE, Programmes,
Engineering and Technology Services)
 Workforce planning and talent management to ensure staffing and capabilities
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support the business
Identifying future enterprise competence and resourcing requirements in line with
the strategy
Work within and promote the ethical standards consistent with LM Company policy
Key Measures of Success:
 Meet or exceed all financial measures
 Meet or exceed all programme performance measures and meet targeted growth
on existing contracts
 Ensure availability of suitably skilled employees and strategic employee
development
 Successful achievement of all Operational and Strategic commitments
 Flawless execution on programme delivery including the growth of existing
contracts.
Required Skills:
 B.S./B.A. in engineering, business or equivalent education and experience
 Demonstrated leadership skills and behaviours that align with the Full Spectrum
Leadership Imperatives of Shaping the Future, Building Effective Relationships,
Energizing the Team, Delivering Results and Modelling Personal Excellence,
Integrity and Accountability.
 Possess extensive experience leading projects, people, operations, etc.
 Proven experience in operations and programme management
 Ability to obtain and maintain a "DV" Clearance
 Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to deliver
effective presentations at all levels
 Proven ability to plan strategic changes and improvements and to orchestrate their
successful execution
 Demonstrated ability to effectively interface with senior level external customers and
senior military officers
 Must be willing to relocate to the Helensburgh Scotland area of the UK
Desired Skills:
 Operational knowledge of the Royal Navy’s Trident Strategic Weapon System
(SWS)
 Experience as a cost account manager, successfully managing technical, schedule
and cost elements of contracts
 Profit and Loss responsibility for a similar size business
 Demonstrated ability to motivate and energize the team
 Demonstrated skills in change management and cultural influence
 Ability to rapidly gain an in-depth understanding of the commercial and technical
aspects of the portfolio
 Demonstrated experience with root cause, corrective action and continuous
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improvement methodologies
Ability to use metrics to critically assess organization, measure performance, and
take corrective action
Demonstrated effective problem and conflict resolution skills
Strong delegation skills with effective follow up techniques and the ability to achieve
closure
Strong self-awareness, and a capacity to reflect on own practice and implement
changes from lessons learnt
Strategic thinker, coupled with a pragmatic hands-on approach to getting the job
done.
Essential:
Due to MoD requirements successful candidates will be required to undergo a security
clearance check.
You must be able to travel throughout the UK and occasionally the US.
Standard Job Description:
Directs all phases of programs from inception through completion. Responsible for
coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance
assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Responsible
for the cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of
major programs. Participates in the negotiation of contract and contract changes.
Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and
specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract. Acts as
primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with
customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Establishes design
concepts, criteria and engineering efforts for product research, development, integration
and test. Develops new business or expands the product line with the customer.
Establishes milestones and monitors adherence to master plans and schedules, identifies
program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing
contractual specifications. Directs the work of employees assigned to the program from
technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.
Typical Minimum Education & Experience:
Ideally require Bachelors degree from an accredited college and capability typically
achieved through extensive professional experience. Will also consider individuals with
equivalent experience / combined education.Considered the most senior authority in the
discipline.