Job ID: 700830BR Date posted: Aug. 04, 2025
Description:

You will be the Mechanical Design Section Senior Manager for Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC), responsible for functionally managing Mechanical Design teams in both Dallas and Orlando. Our team is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing engineering goals and objectives within Engineering & Technology and the Hardware Design & Analysis directorate.

What You Will Be Doing
As the Mechanical Design Section Senior Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team of mechanical design engineers and overseeing the development of mechanical designs for multiple Lines of Businesses (LOBs). You will play a critical role in driving the planning, implementation, and oversight of engineering goals and objectives.

Your responsibilities will include:
• Providing enterprise functional management support to multiple LOBs across assigned sites
• Generating, maintaining, and changing Technical Data Packages for hardware products
• Providing technical and process oversight, recommendations, and support to program Engineering & Technology Managers (ETMs) and Hardware Engineering Managers
• Managing workforce planning, performance management, and talent development
• Participating in proposal submissions, program-level reviews, and technical reviews
• Driving adoption of new tools and processes, including model-based enterprise

Why Join Us
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

We're looking for a collaborative and strategic leader to join our team as a Mechanical Design Section Senior Manager. As a seasoned professional, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization by driving engineering excellence and leading high-performing teams. If you're a motivated and talented individual who is passionate about mechanical design and engineering, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team and contribute to the success of Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.

We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

This position is in Orlando, FL or Dallas, TX.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position requires the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
Basic Qualifications:
Must be a U.S. Citizen and have the ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance

Appropriate degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education, with professional experience and specialized training commensurate with assignment; preferably BSME or MSME, or BSAE or MSAE

Excellent verbal and written communication skills- Must have good interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to work with all levels of an organization

Adaptable and flexible with ability to manage change and lead an organization

Ability to assume a future role as a program technical leader
Desired Skills:
Previous experience as a Functional Manager or Functional Lead within MFC

Experience with Hardware Engineering related to Mechanical Design products, processes, and tools.

Leadership skills amenable to Chief Engineering or Program Management.

Good understanding of Mechanical Design Assurance Practices
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Hardware Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First