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You will be the Electro-Optical Engineer Associate Manager for the F-16 EO/IR Team, which is responsible for designing, testing, and integrating F-16 EO/IR Systems and Subsystems.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Electro-Optical Engineer Associate Manager, you will lead a high-performing team of engineers in the accomplishment of design, test, and integration of F-16 EO/IR Systems and Subsystems. You will manage, mentor, and guide a team of engineers and encourage innovation and technical leadership across the F-16 platforms.
"Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing complex technical projects and practicing effective project management problem resolution and risk management techniques.
• Interpreting customer requirements, creating system and equipment level requirements, and developing statements of work, implementation, test, integration, and closure.
• Coordinating with multiple stakeholders, including suppliers, various Lockheed Martin groups, and customers to develop effective proposals.
• Allocating direct report work assignments by leveraging their skills and long-term goals.
• Following Lockheed Martin's Performance review process by setting clear expectations, providing/receiving focused feedback, performing salary discussions, and encouraging recognition.

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 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 will be a collaborative leader with a passion for advancing groundbreaking technology. You will have a strong background in electro-optical engineering and experience in managing complex technical projects. You will be committed to cultivating and fostering personal growth for your team members.
Further Information About This Opportunity
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX • Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications
• A Bachelor's Degree in STEM discipline.
• Experience in Project Management including.
• Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).
• Experience in supplier management.
• Experience leading and developing a multidisciplinary team.
Desired skills
• Technical leadership experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience presenting to internal and external customers and suppliers.
• Proven track record of building relationships, fostering collaboration and working cross-functionally with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience on F-35, F-22, F-16 or other fighter platforms
• Experience in conflict resolution, proactive communication, and building collaborative
• Ability to work with different engineering disciplines to derive and decompose requirements.
• Excellent presentation skills and must be able to convey focused messages to internal senior leadership and external customers.
EEO
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
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 $118,700 - $209,300. 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 $136,500 - $236,555. 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.