Systems Engineering Manager

Position Summary Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems is seeking a highly motivated Systems Engineering Manager for the SQQ‑89 engineering team. The role requires integration of software, hardware, and data science to develop advanced solutions for customers. Responsibilities Conduct technical engagements and presentations with internal leadership and external customers. Provide technical leadership and coordination across all aspects of the SQQ‑89 program portfolio. Identify and remove technical barriers, real or perceived. Communicate technical information at all levels, from entry level to directors, VPs, and customers. Lead and manage engineering teams, motivating, energizing, and guiding them. Write proposals and prepare basis‑of‑estimate documentation. Assign work tasks, conduct performance appraisals, career planning, and training development for direct reports. Plan staffing and workforce requirements; interview and hire personnel as needed. Coordinate staffing priorities and funding requirements with project leads. Represent the domain area as a stakeholder in programs. Review and approve functional proposal inputs, including BOEs and scopes of work. Own, execute, and report on department‑level initiatives. Act as a change agent focused on affordability and advancing technical capabilities. Develop and support process improvement goals and opportunity development. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and 14+ years of professional experience; or a Master’s degree with 12+ years of professional experience. Effective communication across a broad and diverse group of management, team members, and leadership. Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams with task planning, budget management, and employee development. Proven ability to resolve and drive complex technical issues to closure. Strong customer focus with a record of outstanding satisfaction. Experience with Agile methods and proposals. Ability to obtain a Department of Defense SECRET or higher security clearance. Desired Skills Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, dynamic multidisciplinary environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to build consensus and relationships. Authority in systems thinking techniques and ability to train others. Experience with systems integration and test. Experience with requirements derivation, flow‑down, and verification events. Proficiency in Model‑Based Systems Engineering tools. Knowledge of program management, finance, contracts, Earned Value Management (EVM), and business insight. Security Clearance This position requires a U.S. citizenship and a Department of Defense SECRET or higher security clearance. Other Information Experience Level: Experienced Professional Business Unit: RMS Relocation Available: Possible Career Area: Management Type: Full‑Time Shift: First Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr