Manager, Materials & Processes

Manager, Materials & Processes

You will be the Manager, Materials & Processes for the Materials & Processes team which is responsible for advancing low observable material technologies for specialized platform applications. What you will be doing as the Manager, Materials & Processes you will be responsible for leading a unique facility and engineering team dedicated to the development, manufacture, and transition of cutting-edge low observable materials. Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead development, manufacturing, and transition of Low Observable Material technologies.
• Define site-level strategic vision and create roadmaps for team growth and success.
• Conduct design analysis and collaborate with LM disciplines, universities, and external partners.
• Produce technical white papers, proposals, and presentations for internal and external customers.
• Oversee equipment maintenance, capital planning, and budget/resource management.

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.

You are a strategic leader with deep technical expertise in materials science and engineering processes. You thrive in collaborative environments, excel at cross-functional partnership, and are adept at guiding teams through complex development cycles. Your vision and disciplined execution make a tangible impact on mission-critical platforms.

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.

Basic qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability in creating and production of thin film materials
• Experience developing, qualifying, and transitioning various LO Material types to production
• Experienced in Material Characterization Test Methods
• Experience with building and cultivating customer relationships
• IRAD & CRAD management skills
• Ability to obtain a TS Clearance

Desired skills:

• Advanced thin film materials knowledge
• LO material design experience
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Advanced knowledge in fundamental EM theories
• Experience with Leading Represented and Salaried Personnel
• Experience with team-level budgets, resource management, strategic vision and roadmap development
• Experience leading program LO Materials activities
• Experience creating white papers and proposals

Security clearance statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance level: Top Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years.

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.
• 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
• 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 $122,900 - $216,660. 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.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.