Manager, Materials & Processes

Lockheed Martin•Buellton, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

You will be the Manager, Materials & Processes for the Materials & Processes team which is responsible for advancing low observable material technologies for specialized platform applications. What You Will Be Doing As the Manager, Materials & Processes you will be responsible for leading a unique facility and engineering team dedicated to the development, manufacture, and transition of cutting‑edge low observable materials. Your responsibilities will include: Lead development, manufacturing, and transition of Low Observable Material technologies. Define site‑level strategic vision and create roadmaps for team growth and success. Conduct design analysis and collaborate with LM disciplines, universities, and external partners. Produce technical white papers, proposals, and presentations for internal and external customers. Oversee equipment maintenance, capital planning, and budget/resource management. 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 strategic leader with deep technical expertise in materials science and engineering processes. You thrive in collaborative environments, excel at cross‑functional partnership, and are adept at guiding teams through complex development cycles. Your vision and disciplined execution make a tangible impact on mission‑critical platforms. 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.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability in creating and production of thin film materials
Experience developing, qualifying, and transitioning various LO Material types to production
Experienced in Material Characterization Test Methods
Experience with building and cultivating customer relationships
IRAD & CRAD management skills
Ability to obtain a TS Clearance
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.

Nice To Haves

Advanced thin film materials knowledge
LO material design experience
Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
Advanced knowledge in fundamental EM theories
Experience with Leading Represented and Salaried Personnel
Experience with team-level budgets, resource management, strategic vision and roadmap development
Experience leading program LO Materials activities
Experience creating white papers and proposals

Responsibilities

Lead development, manufacturing, and transition of Low Observable Material technologies.
Define site‑level strategic vision and create roadmaps for team growth and success.
Conduct design analysis and collaborate with LM disciplines, universities, and external partners.
Produce technical white papers, proposals, and presentations for internal and external customers.
Oversee equipment maintenance, capital planning, and budget/resource management.