Job Description
The Test and Evaluation (T&E) Marietta Test Operations manager is responsible to lead and organize the Flight Test Engineer (FTE) and Flight Test Control Engineer (FTCE) elements for all Marietta Test & Evaluation programs. These elements include test planning, test preparation and test execution of aircraft testing. The Marietta Test Ops manager is responsible for the schedule and budget performance of the Test Operations team including utilization of EVMS.
Must have advanced interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across the LM Aero T&E team and to manage, coach, develop and motivate the Marietta Test Ops team. The Test Ops manager will develop the Marietta Test Ops team's staffing strategy for Marietta programs through collaboration with program management, site leadership, and other T&E leadership teams across LM Aero. The Test Ops manager will ensure that all Marietta programs' requirements are supported for successful execution.
This individual must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and must be able to effectively and calmly interact with other internal organizations, USG customers, and international customers in order to develop and execute a successful test program. Experience effectively interacting with Flight Line Maintenance and Flight crew is required. The Test Ops manager must be able to coordinate with other organizations to ensure the aircraft is properly configured and the test crew is properly prepared and briefed to execute efficient and safe aircraft testing. Must be extremely organized, reliable, and able to successfully multi-task and perform within the high octane, dynamic Flight Test environment.
Must be able to obtain a security clearance
*Must be a US Citizen.
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience with Flight Test Operations, flight line operations and flight testing.
• Must have excellent communication (verbal and written) skills, with the ability to brief Program leadership and customers.
• Control Account Manager (CAM) / Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience.
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
Desired skills
• Experience with Air Mobility and Maritime Mission (AMMM) program and aircraft (C 130, C-5 and P-3).
• Strong presentation skills and ability to address complex matters / solutions with senior leadership.
• Must have a personality and demeanor to handle the highly dynamic environment of Flight test, including the always-changing dates and priorities.
• Familiarization and knowledge of aircraft avionic systems and mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated Corrective Action and Problem Solving skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal management oversight.
Other Important Information
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
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.
