Description:Lockheed Martin Procerus Technologies is a pioneer, partner, innovator, and builder in the Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) industry. We are seeking a talented Associate Manager to lead our sUAS Flight Operations team. In your role as Associate Manager of sUAS Flight Operations, you will be a member of a team engaged in the qualification, test, and demonstration of tactical sUAS and related accessories. You will:
- Direct the work of all Flight Ops team members
- Be accountable for the generation of curriculum and materials pertaining to the training of internal pilots and customers on the use of our products
- Ensure all internal sUAS operators are trained and appropriately certified
- Organize and direct all flight-related training of external customers
- Frequently oversee coordination of personnel and equipment for customer engagements
- Direct the operation, maintenance, and repair of flyable UAS assets and associated payloads
- Regularly review and approve flight plans/RCOPs
- Interface with external entities (local governments, airports, regulating bodies, etc.) regarding UAS flight
- Ensure all flights comply with the latest UAS-related regulations
- Direct the investigation and reporting of flight incidents
- Coordinate closely with the Integration and Test Engineering team
- Oversee product documentation, ensuring it is created and updated as needed
- Coordinate subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary action
- You will be expected to travel 5-10% of the year for demonstrations and trainings
Basic Qualifications:- High School Diploma
- Experience piloting manned or unmanned aircraft
Desired Skills:- Current Part 107 pilot certification, or ability to obtain
- 5+ years of professional experience piloting experimental fixed wing and rotary wing UAS
- Demonstrated aptitude for troubleshooting and repairing UAS
- Demonstrated ability to confidently lead and inspire a diverse team
- Ability to assume ownership of complex tasks and drive them to completion utilizing good high-level vision
- Experience interfacing with government and regulatory agencies regarding UAS flight
- Resilience in challenging, dynamic development environment and ability to creatively react to roadblocks
- Demonstrated experience interfacing with military customers
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Clearance Level: None
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
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: Management
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
