Description:You will be the System Safety Associate Manager for the Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control (MFC) Advanced Programs line of business. Our team guarantees that every product we deliver is safe for the warfighter, applying rigorous MIL STD 882 analyses, shaping safety culture, and developing the next generation of safety professionals.
What You Will Be Doing
As the System Safety Associate Manager you will act as the first line safety leader while still writing and reviewing technical safety work. You will partner with senior program leadership, systems engineers, software teams, suppliers, and customers to embed safety into every design, test, and operational step. Your responsibilities will include:
• Developing and overseeing hazard analyses, software safety assessments, and hazardous material management plans that meet contractual and MIL STD 882 requirements.
• Translating system safety requirements down to suppliers, verifying that designs implement the required controls, and tracking compliance through verification activities.
• Reviewing specifications, design changes, and test plans for safety impacts and recommending mitigations in hardware, software, training, and procedures.
• Preparing and delivering clear technical presentations for internal technical reviews, customer briefings, and independent safety board meetings.
• Leading System Safety Working Groups, facilitating cross disciplinary discussions, and ensuring timely communication of program shifts to the safety team.
• Supporting the definition and verification of safety related requirements, and participating in the development of test campaigns that demonstrate compliance.
• Conducting accident/incident investigations, identifying root causes, and driving corrective action plans.
• Managing a small team of junior SSEs: setting performance goals, conducting regular reviews, identifying skill gaps, and coordinating development opportunities with Safety Leadership.
• Coordinating with senior program leadership to prioritize safety work, align execution strategy with contractual obligations, and report status through Lockheed Martin performance tools.
Why Join Us
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus. If you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in an engineering discipline
• Experience developing and implementing a System Safety Program IAW MIL-STD-882
• Developing and evaluating system safety requirements
• Familiarity with implementing a Software Safety Program IAW AOP-52 and DoD guidelines
• Proficient knowledge of MIL-STD-882 and its associated analyses
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to make formal presentations to large groups
• Interacts well in a team atmosphere with engineers, suppliers, program managers and customers
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance
• Prior Leadership Role or Experience
Desired Skills:
• Experience supporting independent government Safety Review Boards
• Knowledge of Human Factors Engineering
• Familiarity with missile and launcher systems
• Secret clearance with current 6-year background check
• Model-based engineering knowledge
• Experience with DOORS requirements application
• Candidate should be a self-starter capable of performing tasks with little direction
• Effective analytical problem solving skills, the ability to perform detail-oriented work with a high degree of accuracy
• Able to learn and work with System Safety specific software tools
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression 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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Specialty Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
