Test Engineering Associate Manager

Job Description

WHAT WE'RE DOING

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we're on a mission to drive innovation and uphold the highest standards of business ethics. We believe that by pushing the boundaries of visionary thinking, we can achieve exceptional results. As a Lockheed Martin employee, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in an environment that values integrity and excellence.

Our Operations Test Engineering team is critical to delivering reliable chassis and specialized test equipment that support mission critical platforms. By leading this team, you will ensure that test methods and equipment meet the rigorous performance standards required by our customers and national security partners, while continuously improving cycle times and overall efficiency.

THE WORK

The Test Engineering Associate Manager leads the Operations Test Engineering team responsible for chassis and Specialized Test Equipment (STE) production centers, as well as depot operations and legacy product support. You will work closely with program teams to provide the test engineering expertise needed for day to day factory activities, and you will drive the design, development, and implementation of innovative test methods and equipment. This role also oversees program and technical insertion projects aimed at boosting performance and shortening cycle time across functional boundaries.

In this role you will:

Manage, recruit, select, train, and assess the performance of the test engineering staff, assigning work, conducting salary reviews, and handling recognition or disciplinary actions.
Coach and develop team members to ensure the Production Test Engineering group consistently meets all business requirements.
Collaborate with various program teams to supply the necessary test engineering resources for daily factory tasks.
Design, develop, and implement test methods and equipment that enhance product quality and reliability.
Lead program and technical insertion projects focused on improved performance and reduced cycle time.
Oversee environmental stress screening of RF, digital, and power supply assemblies and subassemblies.
Manage depot level operations supporting multiple customers, including Army, Navy, Air Force, and foreign partners.
Apply deep expertise in RF, digital signal processing, and electrical system architecture to solve complex testing challenges.
Oversee the development of test software and equipment platforms such as LabVIEW, Visual Basic, MATLAB, Python, C++, Keysight, Tektronix, and Teradyne.
Employ project management best practices, including earned value and cost accounting techniques.
Uphold the highest ethical standards while driving continuous improvement throughout the organization.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a proactive leader with strong accountability and excellent communication skills, passionate about continuous improvement. You bring deep RF and electrical engineering knowledge, familiarity with radar subsystems, and hands on experience with test software and equipment platforms.

WHY JOIN US

In this role you will have the opportunity to lead cutting edge test engineering initiatives that directly support the nation's defense capabilities and drive innovation across our chassis and radar programs.

Our benefits are built to match the caliber of your work. Reliable, high performing, and mission ready. You'll enjoy world class resources, mentorship, continuous learning, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work life balance-all within a culture that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration.

Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline.
3-5 years of demonstrated ability to lead groups of multi-disciplined test engineers in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to accept responsibility and accountability.
Ability to multitask and work on multiple projects at once
Demonstrated capacity to staff and manage projects
Demonstrates a strong focus on continuous improvement.
Demonstrated strong communications skills.
Proficiency with MS Office tools (Excel, Word, Project, Visio, and PowerPoint).
Proficiency in RF and related electrical engineering domains (Digital Signal Processing, Electrical System Architecture, etc)
Demonstrated adherence to high ethical standards and conduct
Demonstrated leadership skills and behaviors that align with the Full Spectrum Leadership and Mission First Cultural Imperatives
Qualified candidate must be able to obtain a DoD Interim Secret Security Clearance prior to starting this position, ship is required.

Desired skills

Familiarity with RADAR and RADAR subsystems.
Experience with solid state radar systems and signal processing
Experience with RF and digital testing of radar system subassemblies and systems.
Experience with environmental stress screening of RF, digital, and power supply assemblies and subassemblies.
Experience with depot level operations supporting multiple customers (Army, Navy, Air Force and foreign customers).
Project management (Earned Value / Cost Account) experience and or coursework
Experience with development of test software and test equipment platforms (LabView, Visual Basic, Matlab, Python, and C++, Keysight, Tektronix, Teradyne).
BS in engineering with a minimum of 7 years of technical experience, or a MS in engineering with at least 5 years of overall technical experience.

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, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $104,500 - $184,115. 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, Massachusetts, and New York is $120,100 - $208,150. 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.