Electro-Optical Engineering Manager

Overview

On Site
USD 134,000.00 - 236,325.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Aviation
Aeronautics
Video
Teamwork
Mentorship
Problem Solving
Risk Management
Management
Reporting
Performance Appraisal
Training And Development
Recruiting
Forecasting
Investor Relations
Information Retrieval
International Relations
Electronic Engineering
Project Management
Earned Value Management
EVMS
Supplier Relationship Management
IT Management
Relationship Building
Collaboration
Conflict Resolution
Communication
Presentations
Leadership
Innovation
SAFE
Boost
Jersey
Training
Life Insurance

Job Details

Job Description

Who we are
Are you ready for a challenge? Are you a fearless thinker that loves the challenge of advancing into groundbreaking technology? We are in urgent need of world-renowned talent who are as excited as we are about changing the future of aviation. Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company has a demonstrated record of delivering breakthrough capabilities and landmark aircraft that continually redefine flight.
At Lockheed Martin we challenge the status quo, we embrace change, value the perspective of others and leverage innovation to drive a global competitive advantage. Aligned to our corporate values, we are committed to cultivating a work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture.
We are in pursuit of impossible problems to engineer a better tomorrow. Together we will develop complex applications that scale to the most advanced aircraft systems.
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Your role

Become a leader on the IFG EO/IR Team. Work with the EO/IR Team Manager to lead a high performing team of engineers in accomplishment of design, test, and integration of F-16 and F-22 EO/IR Systems and Subsystems. You will manage, mentor and guide a team of engineers with diverse backgrounds and encourage innovation and technical leadership across the F-16 and F-22 platforms. As a leader you will foster personal growth and create work environments for your highly skilled team.
The IFG EO/IR Engineering Manager candidate will have the following responsibilities:
Manage your team's complex technical projects, have knowledge of test techniques at an aircraft/equipment level and practice effective project management problem resolution and risk management techniques.
Interpretation of customer requirements, creation of system and equipment level requirements, and development of statements of work, implementation, test, integration, and closure.
Coordination with multiple stakeholders including suppliers, various Lockheed Martin groups and customers to develop effective proposals.
Allocation of direct report work assignments by leveraging their skills and long-term goals.
Follow Lockheed Martin's Performance review process by setting clear expectations, providing/receiving focused feedback, performing salary discussions and encouraging recognition.
Actively support recruiting events to attract highly skilled workforce and develop employee development plans leveraging Lockheed Martin's wide training programs.
Understand Earned Value principals to monitor and track throughout project/contract lifecycles.
Develop integrated staffing forecasting requirements that support multiple projects.

Basic Qualifications

A Bachelor's Degree in STEM discipline
A technical background in EO/IR engineering, electronics engineering or related field.
Experience in Project Management including
Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).
Experience leading and developing a multidisciplinary team.
Experience in supplier management

Desired skills

Technical leadership experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience presenting to internal and external customers and suppliers.
Proven track record of building relationships, fostering collaboration and working cross-functionally with multidisciplinary teams.
Experience on F-16, F-22 or other fighter platforms
Experience in conflict resolution, proactive communication, and building collaborative relationships.
Excellent presentation skills and must be able to convey focused messages to internal senior leadership and external customers.
Ability to work with different engineering disciplines to derive and decompose requirements.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

EEO

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.

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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.

Other Important Information

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.

Work Schedule Information

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.

National Pay Statement

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 $134,000 - $236,325. 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.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $154,100 - $267,145. 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.
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