Mechanical Engineering Associate Manager

Lockheed Martin; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 118,000 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Mechanical and Propulsion Engineering Asc. Manager to lead a team of engineers in the design and development of a complex propulsion hot gas attitude control system. You will drive integration with IPTs and manage execution, schedule, budget, subcontracts, and personnel.

The role requires demonstrated experience leading teams, flight hardware familiarity, and the ability to operate across organizations; a DoD Secret Clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading a team as a technical lead, LM L-Code lead, or similar management role.
• Experience with flight hardware or equivalent complex hardware systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

Skills

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

DoD clearance

Education

Missile/aerospace education

Job description

Standard Job Description

Manages the research, planning, design and development of mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Directs application of research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

Fleet Ballistic Missiles (FBM) is one of Lockheed Martin’s outstanding Lines of Businesses that prioritizes partnership, integrity, and reliability. The Life Extension 2 (LE2) team is an organization within the greater FBM program which supports the development of the next generation system by developing concepts, researching, and maturing technologies to support the development of the next FBM Missile System.

As a Mechanical and Propulsion Engineering Asc. Manager you will lead a team of engineers to support the design and development of a complex propulsion hot gas attitude control system. You will be responsible for driving integration with other Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and ensuring close collaboration to ensure a sound technical solution. You will be responsible for the teams; execution, schedule, budget, subcontracts, and personnel.

Basic Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading a team as a technical lead, LM L-Code lead, or similar management role


• Experience with flight hardware or equivalent complex hardware systems


• Demonstrated ability to work across organizational boundaries


• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance

Desired Skills

• Missile and/or aerospace related education or experience- Experience with engineering principles of space propulsion systems


• Highly effective communication skills, including ability to explain complex concepts, lead reviews, and negotiate requirements


• Ability to operate in a dynamic environment and tackle numerous roles as part of the daily program operations


• Willingness to wear multiple hats and do whatever is needed to help your team succeed


• Experience working with partner engineering organizations

Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00

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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.