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Standard Job Description Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Fleet Ballistic Missiles (FBM) is one of Lockheed Martin’s outstanding Lines of Businesses that prioritizes partnership, integrity, and reliability. The Life Extension 2 (LE2) team is an organization within the greater FBM program which supports the development of the next generation system by developing concepts, researching, and maturing technologies to support the development of the next FBM Missile System. As a Missile Operations Engineering Manager you will lead a team of engineers to support the operations and development of a complex missile system for flight test. You will be responsible for driving integration with other Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and ensuring close collaboration to ensure a sound technical solution. You will be responsible for the teams; execution, schedule, budget, and personnel. Additional responsibilities will include: • Build organizational talent and engagement while managing staffing needs including resource management, hiring, career planning and counseling, training, critical skills management, mentoring, coaching and rewards/recognition • Shape the future of the program through digital transformation and model-based engineering vision and initiatives • Planning, executing and reporting on issue investigation, closure and design change efforts • Engineering project management including managing: Basis of Estimates (BOEs), technical evaluations, proposals and negotiations, tracking and development of cost and schedule The information below reflects the standard job description for this position: Directs, coordinates, and exercises functional authority for planning, organizing, control, integration and completion of engineering projects within area of assigned responsibility. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Plans and formulates engineering program and organizes project staff according to requirements. Assigns project personnel to specific phases or aspects of project. Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems. Basic Qualifications • B.S./B.A. in engineering, business, or related field, or equivalent education and experience • Demonstrated experience leading a team • Experience with flight hardware or equivalent • Demonstrated ability to work across organizational boundaries • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance Desired Skills • Missile and/or aerospace related experience • Highly effective communication skills, including ability to explain complex concepts, lead reviews, and negotiate requirements • Ability to operate in a dynamic environment and tackle numerous roles as part of the daily operations • Experience with Failure Review Boards (FRBs), Material Review Boards (MRBs), and technical investigations • Experience on FBM processes and products • Experience with 3D Structural Modeling and/or Analytical Software (e.g. Cameo, Pro-E/CREO or Matlab) in support of Model Based Engineering initiatives • Risk and opportunity experience with an understanding of continuous improvement, agile and systems thinking concepts • Full Spectrum Leadership experience including a commitment to the Full Spectrum attributes of shaping the future, building effective relationships, energizing the team, delivering results, and modeling personal excellence, integrity and accountability • Active DoD Top Secret security clearance Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $129000.00 - $239600.00 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics. • For (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.

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Standard Job Description
Shape the future of the program through digital transformation and model-based engineering vision and initiatives
Planning, executing and reporting on issue investigation, closure and design change efforts
Engineering project management including managing: Basis of Estimates (BOEs), technical evaluations, proposals and negotiations, tracking and development of cost and schedule
The information below reflects the standard job description for this position:
B.S./B.A. in engineering, business, or related field, or equivalent education and experience
Demonstrated experience leading a team
Experience with flight hardware or equivalent
Demonstrated ability to work across organizational boundaries
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance

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Missile and/or aerospace related experience
Highly effective communication skills, including ability to explain complex concepts, lead reviews, and negotiate requirements
Ability to operate in a dynamic environment and tackle numerous roles as part of the daily operations
Experience with Failure Review Boards (FRBs), Material Review Boards (MRBs), and technical investigations
Experience on FBM processes and products
Experience with 3D Structural Modeling and/or Analytical Software (e.g. Cameo, Pro-E/CREO or Matlab) in support of Model Based Engineering initiatives
Risk and opportunity experience with an understanding of continuous improvement, agile and systems thinking concepts
Active DoD Top Secret security clearance
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