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We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Software Engineering Associate Manager to support, lead and manage Lab Operations Support in both the Space Based InfraRed System (SBIRS) and NextGenGeo Overhead Persistent InfraRed (NGG OPIR) program's Functional Test Assembly (FTA) teams. As a Level 4 Associate Manager, you will play a critical role in leading and managing the lab operations for both the SBIRS and NGG OPIR system. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring the successful integration, test, and delivery of the program's complex systems and subsystems. The SBIRS and Next-Gen OPIR satellites are designed to detect and track ballistic missile launches, providing early warning of potential attacks.
Both the SBIRS and NGG FTAs support Space Vehicle design, development, qualification, and operations. They use a combination of flight like hardware, emulations, software, simulations and tools to represent a fully functioning space vehicle on the ground or in orbit. The FTA Labs provide a platform for the development, test, and integration of both hardware (HW) and software (SW) products.
This role includes leading and managing lab operations to include coordination of daily/weekly lab activities across both labs, including scheduling and staffing, ensuring lab configuration is maintained in accordance with lab requirements and program needs.
Coordinate and reach out across the program pro-actively to coordinate and resolve complex technical issues affecting lab operations.
Participate in various reviews as required.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including test plans, test procedures, and test reports, to ensure compliance with program requirements and industry standards.
Required to support periodic off-shifts and/or weekend support to meet the SBIRS and NGG program needs to include the FTA and Flight Operations Support (FOS) objectives.
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education
• Background in test and verification, including experience with functional test assembly and integration
• Active Secret security clearance
• Hands-On Hardware and/or software integration experience
• Experience with SBIRS, NGG OPIR or similar space-based systems
• Previous technical or functional leadership experience
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations, including IEEE, ISO, and DoD standards
• Experience with test automation frameworks and tools, such as Python, LabVIEW, or TestStand
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex systems and identify technical risks
• Proficiency with Jira, Structure and/or Agile Hive
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in complex technical environments.
• Familiarity with a lab environment
• Proficiency in writing test procedures and documentation
• Cross-functional engineering experience, such as Electrical, Mechanical, Software and/or Systems Engineering
• Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $150800.00 - $280000.00
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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 related discipline, or equivalent experience and combined education
- Experience in test and verification, including functional test assembly and integration
- Active Secret security clearance
- Hands-on hardware and/or software integration experience
- Experience with SBIRS, NGG OPIR, or similar space-based systems
- Technical or functional leadership experience
- Familiarity with IEEE, ISO, and DoD standards and regulations
- Experience with test automation frameworks and tools such as Python, LabVIEW, or TestStand
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Proficiency with Jira, Structure, and/or Agile Hive
- Familiarity with a lab environment
- Proficiency in writing test procedures and technical documentation
- Cross-functional engineering experience in electrical, mechanical, software, and/or systems engineering
- Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills
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