Research Engineering Associate Manager - Orlando, FL

Research Engineering Associate Manager

You will be a Research Engineering Associate Manager for our fast growing Materials Science Labs in Orlando, FL. Our labs support mission critical programs with cutting edge Metallurgy, Chemical Analysis, and Additive Manufacturing work. You will lead a team of individual contributors while also applying your own technical expertise to advance lab capabilities.

As the technical manager you will guide lab strategy, define processes, and ensure successful execution of test programs. You will partner with engineering, program, and procurement teams to deliver high quality results on schedule and within budget, while mentoring your staff to expand their expertise. Your responsibilities will include :

• Provide technical direction and enforce standard processes and tools that meet program requirements.
• Develop lab area specifications, configure test setups, and create detailed task schedules.
• Oversee test planning, execution, and post processing, delivering clear methods, specifications, and analysis reports.
• Drive technical growth by assessing skill gaps, planning training, and mentoring team members.
• Manage day to day lab operations, including cost control, schedule tracking, contract compliance, and overall program execution.
• Lead capital equipment procurements, budget planning, and performance monitoring.
• Coordinate proposal development and capture activities for new business opportunities.
• Direct all program phases-from inception through completion-including recruitment, selection, training, performance assessments, work assignments, salary planning, and recognition / disciplinary actions.

Lockheed Martin offers a collaborative, innovation focused environment where your leadership directly shapes groundbreaking materials technologies that protect our nation. You'll work alongside world class scientists and engineers, gain exposure to high visibility defense programs, and have the resources to turn ideas into tangible results. We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and robust professional development opportunities-including mentorship, advanced training, and career progression paths.

If you are a proactive leader with deep expertise in metallurgy, chemical analysis, or additive manufacturing, and you thrive in a fast paced, mission driven setting, this is the perfect role for you.

This position is in Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must have the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.

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