Lab Manager Jobs in Flower Mound, TX (NOW HIRING)

Standard Job Description You will be the Additive Manufacturing Engineering Lab Manager for the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Additive Manufacturing Engineering Lab which is responsible for advancing additive manufacturing technologies for aerospace applications. What You Will Be Doing As the Additive Manufacturing Engineering Lab Manager you will be responsible for leading a highperforming engineering team that partners across Lockheed Martin to transition emerging AM materials and processes into productionready, certifiable platforms. "Your responsibilities will include:" Lead the engineering team to develop technical roadmaps, secure research funding, and certify materials for tooling and flight hardware.

Oversee operation, maintenance, safety compliance, and budgeting of two dedicated AM labs at separate facilities. Drive crossdisciplinary collaboration and communicate progress and issues to senior leadership and customers. Provide direct engineering support to aeronautics programs and external customers.

Manage fullcycle staffing, personnel development, and continuous improvement of the lab workforce. What's In It For You We are committed to supporting your worklife balance and overall wellbeing, 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 dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. Who You Are The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with deep expertise in additive manufacturing, strong project management skills, and a proven ability to guide technical teams through complex development cycles.

You thrive in an environment that values strategic vision, rigorous execution, and continuous improvement, and you are eager to shape the future of aerospace manufacturing. Further Information About This Opportunity MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN -This position is located at a facility that requiresspecial access

The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secretclearance. Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.

Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.

For positions that perform IT responsibilities, use E646, Systems Engr-IT. Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice. Basic Qualifications Engineering or other technical bachelor's degree (STEM).

8years of technical experience in metal and polymer additive manufacturing/3D printing technology, preferably in aerospace or defense. Demonstrated success in developing technology roadmaps and securing funding for R&D projects. Technical leadership capability within challenging technical, cost, and schedule constraints.

Desired Skills Strong knowledge of AM processes and material certification for aerospace applications. Team leadership experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Demonstrated collaboration with internal and external customers, DoD labs, and other government agencies on research and development, including CRAD.

Demonstrated collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain management, to ensure successful integration and identify and mitigate potential risks and issues. Demonstrated skills in conflict resolution, proactive communication, and building collaborative relationships. Experience with development of air vehicle products.

Experience preparing and delivering presentations to internal leadership and external customers. Experience with strategic technical planning and proposal development. Knowledge of Earned Value Management.

Planning and management of personnel resources, staff development and capital resources. Including recruitment, selection, training, assignments, performance, merit planning, recognition and disciplinary actions. Experience supporting classified and sensitive programs.

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $129000.00 - $239600.00 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition

Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability

Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics. For (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.