Mechanical Engineering Manager - Thermal / Fluids

Lockheed Martin Corporation•Englewood, CO

34d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. 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 Mechanical and Propulsion Engineering Asc. Manager you will lead a team of thermal fluids analysts to support the design of a complex propulsion system You will be responsible driving integration with multiple IPT's and ensuring close collaboration to ensure a sound technical solution. You will be responsible for the analysis teams; execution, schedule, budget, subcontracts and personnel. At the end of day your team will be responsible for ensuring that the system can successfully execute the mission. #LI-CS1

Requirements

Demonstrated experience leading a team as a technical lead, LM L-Code lead, or similar management role
3+ years experience in aerospace design or analysis or equivalent
Experience with flight hardware or equivalent
Demonstrated ability to work across organizational boundaries
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance; US Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Experience as a propulsion, fluids or thermal analyst
Experience with CFD (ANSYS FLUENT)
Experience developing models from the ground up (first principles)
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 program operations
Willingness to wear multiple hats and do whatever is needed to help your team succeed
Prior experience implementing change initiatives
Understanding and experience with drawing release
Experience with any of the following software: MATLAB / Simulink, Python, Thermal Desktop, ANSYS, Pointwise, Spaceclaim, github, gitlab or Bitbucket

Responsibilities

lead a team of thermal fluids analysts to support the design of a complex propulsion system
driving integration with multiple IPT's and ensuring close collaboration to ensure a sound technical solution
responsible for the analysis teams; execution, schedule, budget, subcontracts and personnel
ensuring that the system can successfully execute the mission