Job ID: 686208BR Date posted: Feb. 04, 2025
Description:We are Lockheed Martin

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 a talented engineering leader who is 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. 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.

Your role:

The Electro-Optical (EO) Hardware Senior Manager will be responsible for leading the EO Engineering Hardware team. This exciting position is within the Combat Systems Hardware Directorate, located in Fort Worth, TX.
You will lead a highly skilled team on the development and integration of EO hardware supporting the F16, F22, F35, AMMM and Advanced Development Product (ADP) platforms. The candidate will be responsible for the oversight of all activities related development, production, and sustainment across programs, staffing, training, and development of those on the team.

The ideal candidate will be a proven leader with previous skills and experience managing similar groups of multi-function engineers. The candidate must have a good understanding of avionic system development and understand cost and schedule drivers for program execution while driving innovative and creative solutions. You will work closely with personnel at all sites and multiple suppliers.


Your Responsibilities

• Work force management (re-assignments and placements, recruitment and selection of new employees and terminations) and personnel management (training, mentoring, career development, performance and compensation, and promotions)
• Lead a team of leaders to manage a functional competency within LM Aeronautics Engineering & Technology to include oversight and responsibility for budget, technical execution, staffing, processes and tools.
• Manage your team’s complex technical projects, practice effective project management problem resolution and risk management techniques.
• Collaboration with ADP Programs, Aeronautics Programs, other Business Units, and Industry. The successful candidate will be expected to support communications with all levels of employees, customers, and industry from engineer up to executive.
• Follow Lockheed Martin’s Performance review process by setting clear expectations, providing/receiving focused feedback, performing salary


**Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.**

**Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.**

Travel is required with on average 1 trip per quarter.

What’s In It For You
Our 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:
• Experience leading a high-performing team
• Experience leading technical integration projects
• Bachelor’s Electrical Engineering degree, or equivalent with EO coursework and/or experience
Desired Skills:
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to solve complex issues
• Executive presentation skills and experience, including expertise in successfully influencing, driving for results, and collaborating with large cross-functional teams
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: 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 Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Electro-Optical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First