Lockheed Martin

EPM/First Line Manager - EADGE-T Tech Refreseh - EXPAT UAE

Lockheed Martin$128K — $226K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
  • Experienced in leading engineering execution on complex development programs.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills; adept in risk management.
  • Proven track record in managing technical products with competing requirements.
  • Hands-on experience in systems engineering across the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering execution for the UAE Tech Refresh project to ensure timely delivery and operational readiness.
  • Direct multidisciplinary engineering activities for optimal program objective achievement.
  • Oversee system integration, hardware configuration, and factory testing to facilitate deployment.
  • Manage program performance with Earned Value Management (EVM) and key technical metrics.
  • Identify and mitigate risks related to schedule and technical delivery.
  • Serve as a key engineering liaison with stakeholders to address issues and support customer fulfillment.
  • Guide and develop a multidisciplinary team to enhance performance and technical excellence.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance and both short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for additional health-related costs.
  • Education assistance for professional development and career growth.
  • Generous parental leave policy and paid time off (PTO).
Full Job Description
Job Description

PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES A FULL-TIME EXPATRIATE ASSIGNMENT IN THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (UAE) FOR APPROXIMATELY 3 TO 4 YEARS.

WHAT WE'RE DOING

Join the EADGE-T team and help modernize an integrated air and missile defense and air battle management capability for the United Arab Emirates. As part of the EADGE-T UAE Tech Refresh, you'll lead the delivery of hardware modernization and foundational cybersecurity enhancements while helping deploy the next generation of this mission-critical system.

Working alongside an international customer, you'll help deliver one of Lockheed Martin's premier international defense programs.

THE WORK

As the Engineering Project Manager (EPM), you'll lead the execution of a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for delivering the UAE Tech Refresh. You'll oversee technical execution, engineering integration, schedule, and operational readiness while ensuring the successful delivery of mission capabilities from development through customer acceptance.

In this role, you'll serve as both the engineering execution lead and first-line leader, partnering with program leadership, customers, and cross-functional engineering teams to deliver complex capabilities on cost, on schedule, and with the highest levels of technical quality.

PLEASE NOTE

  • This position requires a government security clearance at the Secret level; you must be a U.S. Citizen for consideration.
  • This position is a full-time expatriate assignment based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and is 100% onsite.
  • This position may require travel to customer locations throughout the UAE and occasional support for overnight or weekend integration and test activities.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead the end-to-end execution of the UAE Tech Refresh engineering effort, ensuring technical delivery, schedule performance, and operational readiness.
  • Direct cross-functional engineering activities spanning systems, software, hardware, cybersecurity, integration, and test to achieve program objectives.
  • Oversee system integration, hardware build and configuration, factory acceptance testing, field deployment, and customer site acceptance activities.
  • Manage engineering program performance using Earned Value Management (EVM), technical metrics, and milestone tracking to ensure successful program execution.
  • Identify technical, schedule, and program risks while developing and executing mitigation strategies to maintain delivery commitments.
  • Serve as the primary engineering interface with program leadership, customers, suppliers, and certification authorities to resolve issues and support customer success.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team of approximately 15-18 employees, supporting staffing, performance management, career development, and technical excellence.


Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
- Prior Engineering Leadership position with experience leading execution of complex development programs
Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and risk management abilities.
- Extensive experience leading teams in generation of technical products with the ability to prioritize competing requirements and customer objectives
Cultivates high-performing teams, nurtures talent, and resolves conflicts
- An energetic, self-starter personality and attitude, with the desire to work in a dynamic fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated team player and proven success working in cross-functional teams with strong interpersonal skills and an ability to build effective working relationships
- Demonstrated hands-on experience in systems engineering/architecture, allocation & derivation of requirements, design & development, Integration & Test with a thorough understanding of the entire engineering product life cycle.
- Demonstrated experience successfully leading engineering teams and programs through effective use of metrics, process, and tools
- Ability to travel within the UAE to customer sites

Desired skills

- Engineering experience on a C2 or IAMD program
Experience working on international programs
- Earned Value knowledge
- Familiarity with automated CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
- Experience with network architecture, virtualization (VMware), and data center/rack integration.
Background coordinating complex field deployments and installations at customer facilities.
- Active Project Management Professional (PMP) or Lockheed Martin Control Account Manager (CAM) certification
- Jira and Confluence experience
- Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing the critical skills of others
- Prior experience as a functional leader or Engineering Program Management; Providing technical leadership and strategic direction
- Refining and growing existing processes, or developing new ones, to enable smooth functioning of the UAE TRP1 engineering team

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 $128,400 - $226,435. 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 $147,700 - $255,990. 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.

Lockheed Martin Careers

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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At Lockheed Martin, your role will extend beyond fulfilling job responsibilities to reshaping the future of aerospace and defense. Our team at Lockheed Martin is engaged in critical missions that protect citizens and advance the boundaries of science. From engineering to cybersecurity, the opportunities for professional growth are boundless.

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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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We believe that diversity drives innovation. Lockheed Martin fosters an inclusive culture that embraces diversity in thoughts and experiences. Through diversity training and networking, we ensure that every employee can thrive. Our leadership is committed to building a diverse workforce where everyone is heard, respected, and valued.

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Kickstart your career with Lockheed Martin’s internship programs. These opportunities allow you to apply your academic knowledge to real-world projects, gaining invaluable industry experience. Internships often lead to full-time positions, as we love to see young professionals grow into future leaders within our company.

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$6.8 billion
Founded
1995
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