Mechanical Engineering Manager

Lockheed Martin•Huntsville, AL

3d•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. Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Manager to join our team! In this exciting role, you will: Assist the program with proposal preparedness and execution activities Assist the program through architectural development and subsequent design reviews to include SRR, PDR, and CDR Have the opportunity to work closely with the Program Management team in leading staffing needs for the team Help develop timely resolution plans of issues and ensure the validity of designs, compliance evidence, and all associated documentation Help to resolve Program execution issues quickly to support leadership needs

Requirements

Knowledge of aerospace structures hardware, conversant in other mechanical systems (including flight, ground, packaging, and mechanisms), and organizational processes.
Experience leading and/or managing multi-disciplinary engineering teams
Experience leading design efforts in support of conceptual, preliminary, and/or detailed design activities
Fundamental understanding of flight hardware design, integration, and/or test principles
Top Secret security clearance required prior to start; US citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Experience building key relationships across organizations to achieve strategic and/or tactical goals
At least 8 years of professional experience in design/development work + leadership experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (or related technical field) or equivalent experience/combined education
Demonstrated Full Spectrum Leadership competencies, including: communicating with positive impact, developing enduring relationships, making effective decisions, delivering value, building organizational talent, and being accountable
Experience leading hardware development teams
Fundamental understanding of mechanical drafting standards and techniques
Experience working with procurement and outside suppliers
Previous production, operations, CAM, proposal, and/or IPT lead experience
Willingness to mentor and develop junior engineers
Excellent written and verbal technical communication skills
Active Top Secret Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Assist the program with proposal preparedness and execution activities
Assist the program through architectural development and subsequent design reviews to include SRR, PDR, and CDR
Work closely with the Program Management team in leading staffing needs for the team
Develop timely resolution plans of issues and ensure the validity of designs, compliance evidence, and all associated documentation
Resolve Program execution issues quickly to support leadership needs