Lockheed Martin

Engineering Manager - Thin Film Coatings

Lockheed Martin$122K — $216K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Material Science, Physics, or related field.
  • 10 years of progressive experience in thin film coating and design.
  • Experience with sputtering and evaporation designs for optical thin-film products.
  • Active Secret clearance.
  • Master's Degree in a STEM field (preferred).
  • Experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) and product data management systems (PDM).
  • Familiarity with formal quality systems such as ISO, AS, or IATF.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the engineering team and collaborate with operations to meet manufacturing goals.
  • Oversee engineering activities from design to full production sustainment.
  • Support technology roadmap for thin-film product development and commercialization.
  • Deliver documented engineering processes for ongoing improvement.
  • Manage recruitment, training, and performance assessments for engineering staff.
  • Collaborate with the CTO on new processes/products for strategic initiatives.
  • Provide technical support to Sales & Marketing for customer retention and development.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
  • Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
  • 401(k) match and Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Education Assistance and Parental Leave.
  • Paid time off and holidays (varies by state).
  • Support for various alternate work schedules for flexibility.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Responsible for managing the engineering team and cross-functional engagement with the operations team to support company objectives of manufacturing quality, throughput, yield, and uptime. May manage individual engineers who also have project program management responsibility. Supports the organization's technology roadmap with development, scaling, and commercialization of thin-film based products. Works collaboratively with all functions to support achievement of the organizations quality objectives. Manages employee recruitment, selection, training, coaching, performance assessment, priorities, work assignments, and career development.
Manages engineering activities from product design and development through full production sustainment. Oversees engineering action plans and program development processes to keep projects on schedule and on budget. Deliver documented engineering processes that are measured and improved. Oversees organizational development and maintenance of engineering staff competence. Works closely with the CTO to deliver new processes and products to support strategic growth initiatives. Supports Sales & Marketing teams with technical support for customer retention and new business development. May provide application engineering to support the Sales mission.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Material Science, Physics or related field.
Experience with sputtering and evaporation designs and processes to produce optical thin-film based products.

Desired skills

Proven, inspirational leadership that adapts to change, drives innovation, and cultivates collaboration-creating an engaged workforce unified around shared goals
Strong team building, decision-making, and people management skills.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills: focus on driving disciplined, fact-based and data-driven decisions while executing with discipline and urgency.
Master's Degree in STEM field.
Experience with SPC and DOE techniques.
Experience in formal quality systems such as ISO, AS or IATF.
Experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) and product data management systems (PDM).
Ten years progressive experience in thin film coating and design.
Active Secret clearance

Work Schedule Information

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.

National Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $122,900 - $216,660. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $141,300 - $244,835. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin Corporation is a global security company that engages in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems and products. It also provides a range of management, engineering, technical, scientific, logistic, and information services. The company operates in four business segments: Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Services, and Space Systems. Lockheed Martin was formed in 1995 from the merger of Lockheed Corporation and Martin Marietta. In September 2008, Lockheed Martin Corporation acquired Aculight Corporation. In January 2009, it completed its acquisition of Universal Systems & Technology, Inc. (UNITECH). In August 2009, it completed its acquisition of Gyrocam Systems LLC (Gyrocam). Gyrocam develops and supplies gyrostabilized optical surveillance systems and sustainment field services, principally to the United States military. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, a unit of the Company's Electronic Systems business area, would manage the Gyrocam business.

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Joining Lockheed Martin provides more than just a job opportunity; it offers a platform to be part of a leading team dedicated to advancing global security and aerospace innovation. As a cornerstone of technological prowess, Lockheed Martin invites you to contribute to a legacy of impactful achievements in defense and technology.

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Lockheed Martin is committed to the professional growth of every team member. We offer unparalleled career advancement opportunities including professional development, leadership programs, and continuous learning through our Lockheed Martin University. Whether you are looking to advance your skills in engineering, project management, or AI, Lockheed Martin is equipped to take your career to the next level.

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114,000 employees
Market Cap
$126.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$6.8 billion
Founded
1995
5 Year Trend
+7.2%
Revenue
$65.3 billion
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