You will be the Manufacturing Test Engineering Manager - Level 5 for the Enterprise Production Engineering team which is responsible for leading test‑equipment strategy, acquisition, and lifecycle management across Aeronautics.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Manufacturing Test Engineering Manager - Level 5 you will be responsible for guiding a team of Test Engineers, overseeing test‑equipment programs, and driving digital‑transformation initiatives that increase equipment availability and reduce cycle time.

Your responsibilities will include:

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  • • Direct staffing, hiring, onboarding, training, performance reviews, and career development for the Test Engineering team.
  
  
  • • Prioritize, schedule, and monitor test‑equipment projects to ensure on‑time, high‑quality delivery while navigating site‑specific processes and security requirements.
  
  
  • • Lead digital‑transformation efforts: evaluate emerging technologies, automate manual workflows, and integrate data‑driven tools that improve equipment uptime.
  
  
  • • Provide technical leadership for root‑cause analysis, corrective‑action implementation, and predictive monitoring to prevent issues before they impact production.
  
  
  • • Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external suppliers, translating requirements into clear operational roadmaps.
  
  

What’s In It For You

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to pursue challenging work, excel, and enjoy what you do then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

A seasoned engineering leader with strong technical expertise, proven project‑management skills, and a collaborative mindset. You thrive in fast‑paced environments, excel at building relationships across functions, and consistently deliver innovative, high‑impact solutions.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, or equivalent experience considered

• Experience with Business Metrics to drive performance (cost, schedule, quality)

• Experience with Project Management, Project Engineering, &/or Program Management

• Engineering, Design or Test‑Engineering experience developing, qualifying, or validating equipment, systems, or processes.

• Experience as a Team Lead (formal or informal)

• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance

• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand, troubleshoot, and improve complex test‑equipment systems.

• Experience developing and executing strategic process‑improvement initiatives.

• Background in contracts, change‑management, or bid/proposal preparation.

• Familiarity with subcontractor‑related business processes such as invoicing, billing, and funding.

• Excellent verbal and written communication for daily interaction with peers, internal/external customers, management, and production technicians.

• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced test environment and make sound decisions under pressure.

• Quick learner who works effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Self‑motivated, proactive, and enjoys tackling challenging problems.

• Active Secret clearance.