Job ID: 685109BR Date posted: Jan. 22, 2025
Description:We are Lockheed Martin

At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we deliver world-class manufacturing solutions that support the most advanced aerospace systems in the world. We are seeking a Technical Business Lead to join our Manufacturing Test Engineering (MTE) Projects Team. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring production engineering test requirements are met across Aeronautics by leading a team responsible for the forecasting, acquisition, maintenance, and disposal of test equipment.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Team Leadership:
• Collaborate with Design Lead to lead and mentor a team of Test Engineers supporting Lines of Business (LOBs) with test equipment acquisition.
• Train and develop lower labor grades to ensure team readiness and succession planning.
Project Management:
• Prioritize and track projects, ensuring successful execution of schedules and quality deliverables.
• Manage complexities involving varying site processes, security needs, and programmatic requirements.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
• Act as the primary interface for the team, engaging daily with MTE across the enterprise, internal stakeholders, and external suppliers.
Process Development:
• Develop and implement new processes, procedures, and tools to support enterprise needs.
• Identify and drive process improvements to optimize operations and resource utilization.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
• Leadership Opportunities: Take ownership of high-impact projects, lead diverse teams, and influence strategic decisions.
• Career Growth: Develop your expertise in engineering leadership, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Innovative Work Environment: Collaborate on groundbreaking aerospace projects in a dynamic, fast-paced technical setting.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health benefits, retirement plans, and educational assistance to support your career and personal growth.
• Flexible Work Schedule: Benefit from a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off, fostering work-life balance.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.


Who You Are
• You are a seasoned engineering professional with experience in production, test, supply chain management, project engineering, or program management.
• You thrive in a fast-paced technical environment, excel at building relationships with diverse stakeholders, and have a proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and develop innovative solutions.


Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global Diversity and Inclusion.

This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications:
• Experience with Business Metrics to drive performance (cost, schedule, quality)
• Experience with Project Management, Project Engineering, &/or Program Management
• Experience as a Team Lead (formal or informal)
Desired Skills:
• Experience in F-35 Production Operations and/or Engineering
• Experience developing strategic process improvements
• Experience with contracts, change management, or bids and proposals
• Experience with Business Metrics to drive performance (cost, schedule, quality)
• Familiarity with business processes (invoicing, billing, funding, etc.) in the context of subcontracts
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are required to communicate with peers, internal and external customers, management, and production technicians daily
• Must be able to successfully participate in a fast-paced test environment and make difficult decisions under pressure
• Active Secret Clearance
• Must be able to learn quickly and work independently and as part of a team
• Must have self-initiative and enjoy challenges
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: Test Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First