Hardware Engineering Asc Mgr - L4

Lockheed Martin; Moorestown Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems is seeking a Hardware Engineering Asc. Mgr to lead a team of PCB designers and Component Engineers in layout, BOM development, and part selection. You will provide technical and programmatic leadership, team direction, and schedule management for diverse projects, including IRAD efforts.

The role requires strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a track record of delivering complex hardware solutions within budget and schedule constraints.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field with 7+ years of related experience.
• Experience leading technical teams (e.g., Tech Lead, Project Manager, System Lead).
• Experience in Electrical Engineering principles and practices or related field.
• Proficient in earned value, schedule, cost, and risk management techniques.
• Understanding of hardware engineering product life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead PCB designers and Component Engineers in board layout, drafting, BOM development, and part selection.
• Provide technical, programmatic, and leadership support including project leadership and planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and affordability.

Skills

Technical leadership

Earned value management

Hardware engineering principles

AI prompting proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Xpedition

Zuken CR

Cadence

Altium

Windchill/EPDM

Job description

WHAT WE'RE DOING

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we are inspired by innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and creative thinking, everything is within our reach – and yours as a LockheedMartin employee. Our team in Moorestown, NJ performs a key role in ensuring our customers stay Ahead of Ready and are focused on advancing technology with Radar Systems Weapons Launchers including aspects of integrated capabilities for 21st Century Security.

THE WORK

This position is for a Hardware Engineering Asc. Mgr. who will lead a team of PCB designers and Component Engineers who define the board layout, drafting, BOM development and Component Engineers who manage part selection, part approval, obsolescence, and related activities in the design and development of products. You will be providing technical, programmatic, and leadership support to the team, including project leadership and planning, talent management, resource planning, functional overhead planning, performance management, and tool support. You will need to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and program management, to ensure successful project execution. Efforts will include proposal estimating support, developing and managing project schedules, budgets, resource allocation plans, identifying and mitigating risks. You will be leading the team through implementing process improvements to drive efficiency and affordability. The team will support projects covering Customer Contracts and new technologies advancements through IRAD.

WHO WE ARE

LockheedMartin Rotary and Mission Systems is a world leading provider of cutting edge technologies for aerospace, defense, and security. Our culture is built on innovation, collaboration, and a relentless commitment to excellence. We are committed to work-life balance by promoting this hybrid telework opportunity. We thrive on solving complex challenges and delivering innovative solutions to our customers worldwide.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a motivated and experienced Engineering leader looking to join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of our customers. You are passionate about leading teams and driving technical excellence in the design and development of Printed Circuit Board Layout designs and Component Engineering Management. You are excited about the opportunity to work on complex projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and develop innovative solutions to meet our customers' needs. You are a strong communicator and leader, with a proven track record of building and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Experience with proposal bidding, earned value management, and program scheduling is also required.

WHY JOIN US

Joining Lockheed Martin means becoming part of a team that's making a significant impact in the field of engineering. When you choose to work with us, you'll enjoy:

• An excellent working environment equipped with state-of-the-art tools.
• The opportunity to work alongside industry leaders and top-notch professionals.
• A culture that encourages creativity, excellence, and the development of remarkable products. Manages the research, design, development, and testing of COTS or custom computing hardware and/or otherelectrical components. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Oversees the development of designs for the installation of components into chassis, racks, cabinets, and workstations, customer facilities, and/or shelters. Plans, directs, reviews and coordinates preparation of project documentation to ensure customer contract and company requirements are met. Ensures proper preparation of specifications, evaluation of vendors, and analysis of test reports.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field in addition to 7+ years of related experience.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and behaviors that align with the Full Spectrum Leadership Imperatives
• Highly experienced in leading Technical teams (e.g., previous experience as a Technical Lead, Project Manager, System Lead, or Product Lead)
• Experience in Electrical Engineering principles and practices, or a similarly related field.
• Working knowledge in an adjacent discipline (Components, Computer, Hardware, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering)
• Demonstrated proficiencies in earned value, schedule, cost, and risk management techniques
• Understanding of hardware engineering processes and the hardware engineering product life cycle.
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.

Desired Skills

• Prior management experience and/or experience leading a large functional project or change initiative
• Experience in Component Engineering with part selection, obsolescence management, GIDEPs, part libraries, and similar fields
• Experience with Printed Circuit Board Design and Industry Standards
• Experience with GD&T and applicable ASME drafting standards
• Experience with Model-Based Electrical CAD tools, including Xpedition, Zuken CR, Cadence, and Altium
• Experience with Windchill and/or EPDM product data management toolset
• Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and practices (Cameo preferred)
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate at both programmatic and technical levels with subordinates, senior management, program office, and customers
• Demonstrated ability to lead change and implement process improvements that drive efficiency and affordability
• Proposal preparation and negotiation experience

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.