Systems Engineering Manager
You will be the Lab Operations Manager for the Flight Simulation & Hardware-in-the-Loop Lab Operations team. Our team operates 33 advanced lab venues on the Fort Worth campus, delivering flight-simulation and hardware-in-the-loop testing for iconic U.S. and allied aircraft and supporting Advanced Development Program systems. What you will be doing : As the Lab Operations Manager you will be responsible for leading a high-skilled technical workforce, ensuring flawless program execution, and maintaining safe, secure, and compliant lab environments. Your responsibilities will include :
- Leading and developing a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians handling recruitment, talent development, performance assessments, and labor planning.
- Managing program execution for lab projectsincluding cost, schedule, and technical performancewhile acting as a trusted advisor to customers and program stakeholders.
- Controlling and maintaining lab facilities : physical and data security, property and asset tracking, configuration and tool control, equipment calibration, safety protocols, and compliance with Lockheed Martin standards.
- Coordinating with development and integration teams to deliver state-of-the-art flight-simulation environments, troubleshooting and repairing equipment, and driving continuous improvement of testing capabilities.
- Building and sustaining enduring relationships across the organization and with external partners, identifying top talent, and creating career-path opportunities for the team.
What's in it for you : From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX.
You will need to be a US Citizen, and be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD SECRET clearance, to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Desired skills :
Experience in System Integration Labs or Hardware in the loop labsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team membersDemonstrated ability to respond quickly to shifting priorities and to effortlessly multitask across those priorities, while inspiring collaboration, confidence, and motivation of a team in stressful and dynamic environmentsHave a strong desire to build and lead high-talent teamsProvide project management mentorship to technical leadsExpertise in Metrics Collection, Risk and Opportunities, Management, and StaffingFamiliarity with Digital Transformation processes, tools, common products, and infrastructure