Flight Controls Senior Manager

Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 10+ years of systems or software engineering and technical experience Leadership experience Experience in Flight Controls Management experience in managing large performance efforts delivering cost, schedule and financial outcomes Experience working with internal and external customers Job Description You will be the Flight Sciences (FS) Flight Controls Systems (FCS) Senior Manager for the FS FCS team. The team is responsible for delivering cutting‑edge flight‑control engineering across the Aeronautics line of business. As FCS Senior Manager you will set strategic direction, establish performance metrics, and ensure technical consistency for a 150‑person domain‑wide team. Responsibilities Define strategic objectives, develop verifiable performance metrics, and oversee standard FCS work practices. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align technology needs, tools, and approaches for optimum program performance. Coordinate with lower‑level managers and hiring leaders to guarantee engineering support for all Aero programs. Design and execute workforce competency strategies, manage performance, and nurture an agile, innovative team culture. Champion positive employee experiences, recognize high‑impact behaviors, and drive results that advance business goals. Benefits We support work‑life balance and overall well‑being with flexible scheduling options. Lockheed Martin offers a comprehensive benefits package. We empower employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality. We provide resources and flexibility to inspire focus. Who You Are A collaborative leader with deep expertise in flight‑control systems, hardware/software integration, and simulation. You excel at steering large, technically diverse teams, fostering cross‑disciplinary partnerships, and delivering measurable results that meet mission requirements. Additional Requirements MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Desired Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the proven ability to communicate to all levels internally and externally. Experience in one or more Flight Science FCS disciplines (Control Law and Air Data Design, Flight Modelling and Simulation, FCS Hardware, Flight Control Software and Test). Demonstrated ability to drive closure and resolve complex, large‑scale technical issues/challenges. Experience in developing technical talent and building pipelines to sustain technical expertise. Experience with both production and development programs. Proven experience in developing strategies and translating them into action and results. Wide variety of customer experience and exposure across Lines of Business. Demonstrated business acumen and understanding of connectivity and support of E&T to the overall success of the business. 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. If a match is identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Remote Work Onsite Full‑time: This position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lockheed Martin