Mechanical Engineering Mgr - L5

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Lockheed Martin Space in Littleton, CO is seeking a manager to lead the Propulsion Design team within in-space propulsion. In this role you will support development of initial propulsion subsystem layouts, review engineering drawings for compliance with internal and external requirements, and develop technical solutions for heritage and development space vehicles.
Responsibilities:
• Serve as functional leader for the Propulsion Design team which is responsible for initial layouts, detail design, drawing creation, and production support for a variety of earth orbiting, cislunar, and interplanetary programs.
• Provide expertise in support of proposals and other propulsion team initiatives.
• Mentor and develop technical talent in collaboration with the Propulsion, Energetics & Life Support Talent Center (PELS TC) functional organization.
• Be involved in staff planning for the propulsion team, including creation and filling of assignments in Vemo, and utilization of the staffing planning tools available for internal workforce planning activities.
• Ensure Lockheed Martin’s standard technical processes and tools, best practices, and training are available, appropriately tailored, and properly implemented on various programs.
• Identify gaps and fragile skill areas within the team, and develop plans for knowledge transfer and skill development to resolve skill deficiencies.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams.

• Familiarity with preliminary and detailed design for propulsion systems including the piping and harness tool in CREO. Understanding of basic and advanced modeling techniques.

• Extensive understanding of ASME standards including: ASME Y14.5, ASME Y14.100.

• A Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in a technical or engineering field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance; US citizenship is required

• High level of accountability and a proven track record of meeting commitments.

• Experience in a design centric environment

• Experience leading product design, production, or test on propulsion development programs.

• Experience with machining techniques, DFx, and support of a production environment.

• Active Top Secret security clearance.

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