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Job ID: 729192BR Date posted: May. 21, 2026
Description:The Test and Evaluation (T&E) Marietta Test Engineering manager is responsible to lead and organize the Flight Test Discipline Engineer (FTDE) elements for all Marietta Test & Evaluation programs. These elements include test planning, test execution, data analysis and test reporting of lab and aircraft testing. The Marietta Test Engineering manager is responsible for the schedule and budget performance of the Test Engineering 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 Engineering team. The Test Engineering manager will develop the Marietta Test Engineering 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 Engineering 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 transforming contractual requirements, Military Standards and airworthiness criteria into test requirements is required. The Test Engineering manager must be able to also develop detailed test procedures beyond just contractual requirements to ensure that LM is providing a quality and safe product. 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.
• Experience with aircraft test planning, execution, data analysis and reporting.
• Must have excellent communication (verbal and written) skills, with the ability to brief Program leadership and customers.
• Experience transforming contractual requirements, Military Standards and airworthiness criteria into test requirements.
• 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.
• Demonstrated Corrective Action and Problem Solving skills.
• Familiarization and knowledge of aircraft avionic systems and mechanical systems.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal management oversight.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: 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.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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.
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.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Aeronautical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First