Associate Aeronautical Engineering Manager

Description:

You will be the Associate Aeronautical Engineering Manager for the F-35 Harness & Interconnect team which is responsible for...

What You Will Be Doing

As the Associate Aeronautical Engineering Manager you will be responsible for blending strong technical expertise with effective people leadership to drive success on the F‑35 program.

Your responsibilities will include:

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• Mentor and develop engineering talent, conducting performance assessments and career‑growth planning.
  
• Oversee administrative duties such as compensation, awards, and behavioral actions.
  
• Manage training activities and ensure team readiness for program milestones.
  
• Lead technical design work with the Design Team on harness and interconnect systems.
  
• Coordinate with the Airframe Subsystems organization to align deliverables with program objectives.
  

What’s In It For You

We 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 give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

You are a collaborative leader with a solid aeronautical engineering background and proven experience in managing high‑performing technical teams. You excel at balancing hands‑on technical work with strategic people development, and you thrive in fast‑paced, mission‑critical environments. Your ability to communicate clearly, drive results, and champion continuous improvement makes this role a perfect fit for you.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Basic Qualifications:
• Team Lead Experience.
• Experience in subsystsem design and installation (Airframe Layout, Detail Part and Assembly, Harness Design).
• Experience with 3-D Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools such as CATIA, NX, Solidworks, Pro Engineer, Creo, Unigraphics, 3DX, or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s or above Degree from an accredited college in a related engineering discipline.
• Must be a US Citizen with active secret security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Desired Skills:
• Management Experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working F-35 or similar programs, development through sustainment.
• Experience interacting with customers and senior management.
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 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.
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: Aeronautical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First