As the Chief Engineer specific duties include:
- Ensuring proposals have sound, affordable technical solutions and schedules.
- Coordinating/collaborating with program management to:
- Make key decisions, balancing technical needs and business constraints to meet program objectives
- Ensure program plans and technical baselines are consistent with Program Control processes and modern Engineering Practices.
- Determine the appropriate program risk posture and develop mitigation strategies for complex projects.
- Leading a technical team of cross functional engineers to
- Ensure successful system/product development and execution, managing technical scope and prioritizing problems for investigation.
- Evaluate and implement cost effective, innovative/novel solutions
- Champion airworthiness/mission success and drive an airworthiness/mission success culture.
- Ensure selected designs are robust and include appropriate margins to facilitate safety, performance, producibility and operational availability/supportability.
- Identify lessons-learned and initiate/implement corrective actions to improve ongoing and future programs.
- Provide technical mentoring and career development support to the team and allocating resources effectively.
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM discipline
• Experience as a chief engineer, system engineering leader, Control Account Manager (CAM) or technical leader on an aerospace program
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to distill and articulate complex issues into succinct, cohesive executive summaries
- Master’s degree in STEM discipline
- Deep Infrastructure Knowledge: Expert understanding of hardware (CPUs, storage), networking protocols (TCP/IP), and operating systems (Linux/Windows).
- Cloud & Hybrid Competency: Proficiency in designing scalable infrastructures using platforms like AWS or Microsoft Azure for cloud-based and/or on prem data centers
- Chief engineer experience to include technical oversight of an aircraft technical baseline, risk & opportunity management, and conduct of System Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR)
- Experience with airworthiness certification for software and hardware systems
- Experience with Specialty Engineering disciplines: Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (EEE); ESOH/Hazardous Materials Management; Configuration Management; Cyber Security; Reliability, Maintainability, Availability (RM&A)
- Passion for personal accountability, achievement, learning and continual improvement
- Experience with System Safety for software and hardware systems
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $148300.00 - $275500.00
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline
- Experience as a chief engineer, systems engineering leader, Control Account Manager, or technical leader on an aerospace program
- Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex issues in executive summaries
- Master's degree in a STEM discipline
- Expert understanding of hardware, networking protocols, and operating systems
- Experience designing scalable cloud and hybrid infrastructures using AWS or Microsoft Azure
- Chief engineer experience overseeing an aircraft technical baseline, risk and opportunity management, and System Engineering Technical Reviews
- Experience with airworthiness certification for software and hardware systems
- Experience with specialty engineering disciplines, including EEE, ESOH, configuration management, cybersecurity, and RM&A
- Experience with system safety for software and hardware systems
Lockheed Martin Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as a standout element, with a strong 401(k) program and options like an employee stock purchase plan. Feedback suggests these features meaningfully enhance total compensation and long‑term financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is portrayed as comprehensive from day one, with multiple plan options, mental health resources, and virtual care. Wellness supports such as on‑site services and preventive programs are also highlighted.
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Flexible Benefits — Work arrangements often include compressed schedules and telework, contributing to a favorable work‑life balance. Feedback suggests this flexibility is a key reason many view the overall package positively.
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