Description:We are Lockheed MartinThis position is for the Manager of the Flight Test Instrumentation Labs and Procurement Team within the Test & Evaluation Directorate of Lockheed Martin Aeronautics based in Fort Worth, TX. This role is responsible for technical oversight of the Team as well as cost and schedule performance of assigned work-scope. Responsibilities for the Team include:
FTI Labs:
• Flight Test Instrumentation Lab: Accomplish FTI hardware acceptance, modification, system integration, checkout, trouble-shooting and repair
• Strain Gauge Lab: Strain Gauge installation, trouble-shooting, and repair
Procurement:
• Submittal, Coordination, and Tracking of Flight Test Instrumentation and Data Processing Procurement Requests
• Subcontract Management and Buyer Coordination
• Procurement Risk Identification and Mitigation
• Inventory Storage and Management
• Kitting
This position collaborates across multiple Instrumentation Engineering teams (F-35, IFG, ADP), Instrumentation Manufacturing and Fabrication Team, and Test Sites. The role will interface with Supply Chain Leadership, Program Management, Test Site Leadership, LM Aero Senior Leadership, and various other stakeholders.
The role is responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.
Occasional travel and overtime may be required.
A level 5 employee
Typically has 14 - 20 years of professional experience.
**Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.**
EngineeringAeronautics
What’s In It For YouOur employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.Basic Qualifications:• Test Lab or Procurement Experience
• Technical Project Management experience
• Engineering/Technical Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Active Secret Clearance
Desired Skills:• Instrumentation Test Lab Experience
• Procurement Experience for Instrumentation or other Development (non-production) environment
• Flight Test Experience
• New business proposal development experience
• Technical Leadership Experience
• Previous L-Coded Leadership Experience
• CAM or OBS Manager Experience (Earned Value Management)
• Program Experience and LOB Familiarity
• Experience effectively briefing Senior and Executive Level Leadership
• Excellent communication/coordination skills
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 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.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
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Aeronautical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First