Aeronautical Engineer Asc Mgr - L4

Lockheed Martin; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical,Dental,Vision benefits

Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental Leave

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking an Associate Aeronautical Engineering Manager to lead the ADP Subsystems Design and Installation team, delivering advanced aeronautical solutions. You will provide administrative leadership while performing hands-on design work with the team.

You will mentor engineers, oversee compensation and training, and drive continuous improvement within the ADP program. A secret clearance and US citizenship are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Team leadership experience in aeronautical engineering.
• Experience in subsystem design and installation (Airframe/Structural Layout, Detail Part and Assembly).
• Proficiency with CAD tools: 3D Experience, CATIA, SolidWorks, Pro/ENGINEER, Creo, Unigraphics, NX.
• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
• US Citizen with active Secret clearance; facility requires special access.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative leadership to the ADP program, balancing managerial duties with hands-on technical work with the Design team.
• Mentor and develop engineering talent, conducting performance assessments and career planning.
• Oversee administrative functions, including compensation, awards, and recognition processes.
• Manage training activities and behavioral actions to ensure team readiness.
• Execute technical design tasks in partnership with the Design Team Manager.

Skills

Team leadership

Subsystem design & installation

CAD tools experience

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

3D Experience

CATIA

SolidWorks

Pro/ENGINEER

Creo

Unigraphics

NX

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Associate Aeronautical Engineering Manager for the ADP Subsystems Design and Installation team which is responsible for delivering advanced aeronautical design solutions.

Standard Job Description

You will be the Associate Aeronautical Engineering Manager for the ADP Subsystems Design and Installation team which is responsible for delivering advanced aeronautical design solutions.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Associate Aeronautical Engineering Manager you will provide administrative leadership to the ADP program, balancing managerial duties with hands‑on technical work alongside the Design team.

• Mentor and develop engineering talent, conducting performance assessments and career planning.
• Oversee administrative functions, including compensation, awards, and recognition processes.
• Manage training activities and behavioral actions to ensure team readiness.
• Identify growth opportunities and drive continuous improvement within the ADP Subsystems.
• Execute technical design tasks in partnership with the Design Team Manager.

What’s In It For You

“We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you 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.”

Who You Are

You are a collaborative leader with proven experience in aeronautical engineering and team management. You thrive in fast‑paced environments, excel at mentoring engineers, and bring a strategic mindset to both administrative and technical challenges. Your ability to drive results while fostering a supportive culture makes this role a perfect fit for you.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN -This position is located at a facility that requiresspecial access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secretclearance to start.

Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to the position and practice under must be us citizen

Manages the design, development, and testing of a variety of power plants, aircraft, missiles, and parts. Directs establishment of structural specifications, performance of stress analysis, and performance testing. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.

Basic Qualifications

• Team Lead Experience.
• Experience in subsystem design and installation (Airframe/Structural Layout, Detail Part and Assembly).
• Experience with 3D Experience, CATIA, Solidworks, Pro Engineer, Creo, Unigraphics, NX or equivalent 3-D Computer Aided Design (CAD) tool.
• Bachelor’s or above Degree from an accredited college in a related engineering discipline.
• Must be a US Citizen with active secret security clearance, position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Desired Skills

• Management Experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working ADP or similar programs, development through sustainment.
• Experience interacting with customers and senior management.
• 9 years of professional experience; or 7 years with a related Masters degree.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well‑being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.