Description:The U-2 Software & Avionics IPT Manager is responsible for managing cost, schedule, and technical delivery of multiple development & sustainment efforts with a team distributed across multiple sites. Provide technical leadership for the Avionics and Software Engineering team with field operations/troubleshooting support, avionics and pilot training sub-systems, avionics supplier oversight, pilot training requirements, architecture, design, development, testing, and functional/performance analysis.
Candidate will provide project planning and status communications with Air Force and LM U-2 Program Leadership, coordinate with other U-2 Engineering, Supply Chain, Global Sustainment, and Business Management personnel. Responsibility will also include overseeing the definition and preparation of Avionics specific proposals and managing/reporting on related budget and schedules in work.
Functional responsibility for software engineering team.
Travel up to 20% required.
Basic Qualifications:• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering discipline with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience
• Avionics communication, navigation, auto pilot, air data, processing, and displays subsystems technical knowledge
• Technical/Development/Integration Experience
• Experience defining/tracking tasks, schedule, and budget
• Avionics architecture experience with Mil-Std-1553 and Ethernet interfaces
• Experience working with multiple Integrated Product Teams within a program
• Program/Project Management experience
• Agile team management experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be a US Citizen
• Must have a current Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance
Desired Skills:• U-2 program experience
• Experience with Avionics Hardware and Software Development
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills
• Leadership experience working with, or for senior levels of Department of Defense
• Strong presentation skills and ability to address complex matters/solutions with senior leaders
• Experience leading suppliers through the development process
• Ability to manage, coach, train, and motivate teams
• General knowledge of C/C++ and Ada software languages
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest: 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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $128,400 - $226,435. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (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. This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $147,700 - $255,990. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Software Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First