Job Description
The Flight Test Lead for Test and Evaluation (T&E) at Greenville, SC is the LM Aeronautics senior manager at the test site. The Sr manager provides strategic and operational leadership for the integrated test engineering team, as well as serving as the principal focal point for the E&T IFG LoBE, Program Mgmt and and other supporting functions (Chief Eng, MRB, Flight Ops, Flight Safety, Sustainment, Production Operations, Quality, and Security) supporting the F-16 program. With responsibility for flight test engineering, the role ensures that all technical, logistical, and resource requirements are aligned with program milestones, safety standards, and corporate strategy. The Sr Manager serves as the principal point of contact for flight test efforts, collaborates with senior leaders across the Engineering & Technology lines of business, and represents the functional organization in leadership briefings. Partners with program operations site leads, program managers, and finance to secure budget approvals and prioritize resource allocations. Serve as the escalation point for any resource related issues that could impact test point milestones or schedule adherence. Coordinates with Fort Worth leadership, Greenville site Leadership, program office leadership, and the Engineering & Technology LOB executive leadership to ensure seamless execution of test requirements.
**Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.**
EngineeringAeronautics
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline; Master's preferred
- 15+ years of progressive experience in flight test systems engineering, logistics, or program management; 8+ years in a senior leadership role overseeing multi program engineering teams.
- Deep knowledge of flight test processes, aircraft systems, maintenance, and logistics requirements.
-Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance and Special Access Programs (SAP).
Desired skills
- Collaborative mindset, comfortable working across sites (Edwards, Fort Worth, Eglin AFB) and with external partners.
- Commitment to security, safety, quality, and a continuous improvement culture
- Knowledgeable with Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills; ability to present complex technical information to executive audiences.
-Project management experience
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 $144,600 - $255,070. 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 $166,400 - $288,305. 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.
