Additive Manufacturing Engineering Lab Manager

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 DoingAs the Additive Manufacturing Engineering Lab Manager you will be responsible for leading a high-performing engineering team that partners across Lockheed Martin to transition emerging AM materials and processes into production-ready, 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 cross-disciplinary collaboration and communicate progress and issues to senior leadership and customers.Provide direct engineering support to aeronautics programs and external customers.Manage full-cycle staffing, personnel development, and continuous improvement of the lab workforce.What's In It For YouWe 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. (https://lmt.co/OneLM-JobDescription-Benefits) 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 AreThe 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 OpportunityMUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN -?This position is located at a facility that requires?special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret?clearance.Basic Qualifications:Engineering or other technical bachelor's degree (STEM).=8?years 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.Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.Clearance Level: SecretOther Important Information You Should KnowExpression 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 weekLockheed 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.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.Experience Level: Experienced ProfessionalBusiness Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANYRelocation Available: YesCareer Area: Systems Engineering: OtherType: Full-TimeShift: First