Propulsion Engineering Component Design Manager

Lockheed Martin Corporation•Englewood, CO

63d•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. This position is for the Fleet Ballistic Missiles (FBM) program, one of Lockheed Martin's best-in-class Lines of Businesses that prioritizes partnership, integrity and reliability. This position is for a Mechanical Engineering Manager in the Post Boost Control System (PBCS) IPT that both collaborates well in a team environment and has excellent communication skills. In this role, you will have numerous opportunities to represent the PBCS IPT with our Navy partner, LM leadership, and suppliers, with many opportunities for career development along the way. The PBCS IPT is responsible for the development, manufacture, and management of the PBCS which is an attitude control and propulsive subsystem. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to lead our PBCS Component Development Team. Specifically, you will be responsible for leading the team as we prepare for PDR in 2026. You will manage 6 component IPTs, you will be responsible for the budget and schedule and reporting status of each directly to senior leadership and our Navy partners. The development of the PBCS components will be a mixture of internal design and working with supplier partners, in this role it will be critical to build partnerships with our suppliers to ensure we meet all programmatic milestones and have a successful PDR. The successful candidate will be a full spectrum leader, build lasting partnerships with our Navy counterparts, focus on financial and strategic objectives, and work closely with a range of other leaders on FBM. The candidate will be expected to aid in the hiring process as the team grows. It will be critical to build a team culture focused on meeting program commitments while maintaining technical discipline.

Requirements

Experience in project management
Experience in Engineering Development (SRR/PDR/CDR)
Experience in component development and/or development of propulsion HW or systems
Demonstrated team leadership or prior management experience
You will need to be a US Citizen, and be able to maintain a US DoD Top SECRET clearance, to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Nice To Haves

Missile and/or aerospace related education or experience
Experience Satellite or Missile Propulsion
Prior management experience
Experience with FBM processes and products
Demonstrated behaviors of a systems thinker; selects and applies appropriate systems thinking skills to solve very sophisticated problems and implement constructive change
Experience in EVM
Risk and opportunity experience with an understanding of continuous improvement concepts
Experience in areas of cost analysis, schedule, and risk & opportunity management
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrated leadership and initiative

Responsibilities

Lead a team of motivated individuals in the development of an attitude control propulsion subsystem
Lead a team in development of a high profile proposal
Enhance cross discipline product development
Participate in mentorship opportunities and professional development
Be the cost & schedule interface to FBM management and our Navy counterparts.