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Lockheed Martin • Bothell, Washington, United States
Role & seniority: Payroll Test Manager (senior/lead level) within Lockheed Martin’s HCM program
Stack/tools: SAP SuccessFactors (Employee Central & Payroll), SAP inbound/outbound integrations, SAP Solution Manager Test Suite, Agile methodologies, test assets (test cases, scripts, data sets), analytics for governance
Lead end-to-end testing strategy for SAP Employee Central Payroll within the HCM program, from planning to sign-off
Coordinate cross-functional payroll testing activities with HR, Finance, IT, and external partners; manage defects and reporting to leadership
Design/maintain test assets, drive process improvements, mentor testers, and support post-go-live hypercare
Experience with SAP SuccessFactors and SAP Employee Central Payroll
SAP Solution Manager Test Suite expertise (planning, execution, defect handling)
Strong testing governance, metrics, and risk/mitigation communication
Agile experience; data privacy and security awareness in HR systems
History of large-scale technology roll-outs or organizational transformation
Experience with HR data integrations (inbound/outbound)
Prior governance dashboards and global, diverse test teams
Background in project management or PMO representation
Location & work type: Full-time, remote Telework (ability to work remotely; periodic travel to LM offices as needed); US Citizenship required due to system access.
Job Description
Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and advanced technologies. Our Human Capital Management (HCM) Project team is driving a transformational upgrade to SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central & Employee Central Payroll—modernizing the entire Hire‑to‑Retire experience for our workforce.
You’ll be at the forefront of this change, shaping how employees are hired, paid, and supported throughout their careers. If you thrive on leading high‑impact test initiatives and enjoy collaborating across diverse, talented teams, this role offers the visibility, challenge, and purpose you’re looking for.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Payroll Test Manager, you will be leading a high‑performing test team to validate and certify the transformation of Human Capital Management reporting from legacy systems to a modern, best‑in‑class platform. You will own the end‑to‑end test strategy, ensuring that all functional, integration, performance, and compliance requirements are rigorously verified and that testing deliverables meet business expectations throughout the HCM technology transition. By optimizing testing processes, tools, and talent, you will safeguard data integrity, accelerate delivery, and enable a seamless shift to the new HCM solution.
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include The Following
Leading the End-to-End Testing Strategy for SAP Employee Central Payroll, within the overarching HCM testing framework, from test planning through execution, defect management, and sign-off. Coordinating and leading Payroll test activities needed in support of other 1LMX initiatives. Designing, developing, and maintaining test assets (test cases, scripts, data sets, automation frameworks) aligned with functional, integration, security, and performance requirements. Coordinating cross-functional test cycles with HR, Finance, IT, and external implementation partners to ensure seamless end-to-end business processes. Being accountable for defect management and communicating status, risks, and mitigation plans to senior leadership and stakeholders. Championing best-practice testing methodologies and drive continuous improvement of test processes. Leading, mentoingr and developing testers, fostering a collaborative, inclusive team culture. Representing the Employee Central Payroll test team within the PMO, status meetings, and executive briefs, providing clear, data-driven insights. Supporting post-go-live hypercare and ongoing system optimization, ensuring a high-quality employee experience.
As a pivotal member of our People Services Organization, you’ll bring your deep expertise to drive innovation and elevate the employee experience for Lockheed Martin’s global workforce.
What’s In It For You
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Lockheed Martin provides the resources and the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus! If you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you!
This role requires US Citizenship due to system access.
Desired Skills
Familiarity with data‑privacy and security standards in HR systems. Experience with SAP SuccessFactors Experience working in Agile Methodology Technical knowledge and experience with SAP inbound and outbound integrations Background in project management, organizational transformation, or large‑scale technology roll‑outs. SAP Solution Manager Test Suite expertise (test planning, execution, defect handling) Demonstrated track record of establishing test-management governance, metrics dashboards, and mentorship for global test teams.
Other Important Information
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
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.