Job DescriptionYou will be the Thermodynamics Engineering Associate Manager for the Thermodynamics team which is responsible for advancing thermal solutions that enable next-generation aircraft performance.
What You Will Be DoingAs the Thermodynamics Engineering Associate Manager you will be responsible for steering a high-impact Flight Sciences functional team, shaping technical direction, and delivering thermal expertise across critical programs. You will partner with senior leaders, guide innovative solutions, and mentor a talented workforce.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Define and standardize Flight Sciences work practices, establishing processes, plans, and procedures for timely, accurate engineering support.
- Design and execute workforce-competency strategies to attract, develop, and retain a high-performing engineering team.
- Oversee performance management, coaching, and career development for team members to drive excellence.
- Lead pursuit support and technical planning for new business opportunities within F-35, Integrated Fighter Group, and Advanced Development Programs.
- Guide integration of thermal structural analysis, environmental control systems, power & thermal management, and thermal avionics across aircraft programs.
What's In It For YouWe are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. 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 flexibility you need to inspire, focus, and thrive. If you have the passion, courage, and drive to create impactful solutions, we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Who You AreYou are a collaborative technical leader with deep expertise in thermodynamics, thermal management, and systems integration. You excel at translating complex engineering challenges into actionable plans, mentoring diverse talent, and delivering results that advance mission success. Your proactive mindset and steadfast commitment to excellence make you a catalyst for innovation within the Aeronautics community.
Further Information About This Opportunity The selected candidate must possess an active Interim Secret clearance to start.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Aeronautical, Aerospace or Mechanical engineering or a related disciplined.
5+ years of experience applying thermal science principles, tools, and processes in real world engineering or research environments
Desired skills Demonstrated success shaping and leading a team in a dynamic business environment.
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with customers and senior management.
Advanced degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.
Team Management Experience within Flight Science disciplines
Familiar with development of engineering methods and software.
Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
Ability to manage, coach, train and motivate team in technical and leadership development.
Strong presentation skills and ability to address complex matters / solutions with senior leadership.
Familiarity with Flight Sciences tools and processes
EEOLockheed 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.*Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.
As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Other Important InformationBy 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 InformationLockheed 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 StatementPay 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 StatementPay 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.
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