Flight Simulation Engineering Asc Mgr - L4

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive program

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Flight Simulation Engineering Associate Manager to lead a multi-discipline team responsible for the sustainment of aircrew training devices and simulators. You will plan, analyze requirements, manage schedules, and coordinate with vendors and government customers to ensure compliant, on-time delivery.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in an engineering field, 8+ years with flight simulators, and DoD 8570 IAT II/III readiness within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or technical field is required.
• 3+ years managing small-to-medium, geographically separated teams and projects.
• 3+ years experience in Training System Sustainment.
• 8+ years experience with Aircrew Training Devices (flight simulators).

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 15–30 employees and sub-contractors.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Foster a culture of innovation, teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Communicate with stakeholders to ensure needs are met and expectations are exceeded.
• Direct development of solutions for training systems and aircrew training devices.
• Troubleshoot issues with vendors and maintain system functionality.
• Design and maintain reports and dashboards; monitor data outcomes.

Skills

Team leadership

Training system sustainment

Aircrew training devices

DoD 8570 IAT II/III

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or technical field

Job description

Standard Job Description

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.

What We're Doing

At Lockheed Martin, we're revolutionizing the aerospace and defense sector through groundbreaking technology, advanced manufacturing processes, and a world-class team of professionals. Our mission-driven approach and unwavering dedication to excellence.

THE WORK

Manage engineering research, design, development and action, and other technical and operational services to support electronic and mechanical devices used for training flying personnel under simulated flying conditions. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Direct development of specifications for flight simulators and related training equipment and ensure initial certification of the simulators. Oversee technical presentations to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), airlines, and vendors as required.

WHY JOIN US

• Opportunity for Impact: Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization.
• Professional Development: Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world-class training and development programs.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as competitive salary offerings.
• Cutting-edge Technology: Be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking work environment where you will have the opportunity to work with the latest technology and contribute to groundbreaking projects that are shaping the future of aerospace and defense.

Long Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Flight Simulation Engineering Associate Manager to lead our multi-discipline team in the sustainment of C-130J Aircrew Training Devices. The successful candidate will perform technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for fielded Aircrew and Maintenance Training Devices. Additionally, they will ensure the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Lastly, they will perform functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.

Develops/delivers metrics to management and customers in order to support data-driven decisions. Develops/implements processes across the enterprise focusing on synergy, efficiency, and effectiveness. Tracks CDRL deadlines. Coordinates with responsible managers for timely delivery. Ensures proper documentation, and posting to proper repositories. Coordinates customer comments as necessary and rectifies deficiencies when needed.

Professional presentation skills, written communications and excellent computer skills required. Candidate must be familiar with Microsoft, Linux operating Systems as well standard Microsoft and Adobe applications, be a self-starter, a disciplined worker and have a professional reputation for integrity. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Leading Teams

Responsibilities

As a Flight Simulation Engineering Associate Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team of 15 - 30 employees, including sub-contractors. You will be expected to:

• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members to ensure they have the skills and knowledge needed to perform their jobs effectively
• Foster a culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the team
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and within-budget delivery
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including team members, vendors, and customers, to ensure that their needs are met, and expectations are exceeded

Key Responsibilities

• Solution Development: Direct the development of solutions for training systems and aircrew training devices.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Collaborate with vendors as needed to troubleshoot issues and develop solutions for user-reported issues and overall system functionality.
• Reporting and Analytics: Design custom reports and maintain dashboards, deploy processes, and report on the data/outcome of those processes when needed.
• Research and Evaluation: Research and evaluate relevant software and hardware technologies that have potential value for customers and stakeholders
• Quality Assurance: Conduct quality assurance checks of routine processes and specialized tasks

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or technical field
• 3+ years managing small-to-medium, geographically separated teams and projects
• 3+ years experience in Training System Sustainment
• 8+ years experience with Aircrew Training Devices (flight simulators)
• Ability to obtain DoD 8570 IAT Level II or III certification (i.e. Security+, CASP, CISSP) within 90-days of start date

Desired Skills

• Industry certifications (Microsoft/VMWare/Cisco) desired
• General understanding of Aircrew Training System business processes
• Aptitude and interest in learning new technology
• Display professional integrity and confidentiality
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Experience with budgets and building Bill of Material requests
• Provide specific detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques, and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $80200.00 - $149000.00

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

• 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.