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Applications Engineer Sr Staff - Level 5

Lockheed Martin

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$117,200 - $206,770
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Palmdale, CA (On-Site/Office)

Job Number 719910BR

Description:This exciting position is with our historic Skunk Works program. Skunk Works is an integral part of Lockheed's Aeronautics business area responsible for advanced systems development including conceptual design and rapid prototyping of clean sheet solutions and improvements and derivatives to existing systems. The ideal skunk is an agile, multi-faceted teammate who loves to solve our customer's most difficult challenges. Some of our unclassified projects include the U-2, SR-71 Blackbird, F-22 Raptor, F-117 Nighthawk, and the F-35 Lightening II. Learn more about some of the incredible things we do.

Applications Engineer Senior Staff:
This role is for the Low Observable Material Application and Vehicle Integration Site Lead within the AMT, Advanced Manufacturing Technology (ManTech), team. AMT is a core functional team with Production Operations that provides functional support to programs and build teams through the development and transition of manufacturing technology. The primary focus for this role is to integrate and manage the multiple project efforts within the AMT portfolio in the area of low observable material application and vehicle integration. This includes various application methods and material systems, automated and manual, use of advanced technology such as robotic spray systems, dimensional metrology, visual projection, and performance measurement equipment.

Additional responsibilities and role description include:
• Technical site lead for the ManTech team responsible for manufacturing technology and development efforts in the area of advanced material application and vehicle integration across multiple programs: Advanced Development Programs, F-35, and F-22.
• Perform through direct execution and team delegation, project management functions; such as budget and schedule management, project reporting, cost benefit analysis, trade studies, etc. as well as technology development functions; manufacturing assessments, process definition and testing, industry capability evaluations and technical demonstrations.
• Guide the development and project execution of junior team members through day-to-day and high-level technical direction and oversight.

In addition to this role's primary focus, project support may include various areas of aerospace manufacturing impacting the primary role ranging from:
• Metallic and composite fabrication
• Assembly
• System integration
• Aircraft finishes and coatings
• Manufacturing systems

• Must be a US citizen, this position is located at a facility that requires special access.
• Existing or the ability to attain a Security Clearance.

What's In It For You: 3 day weekends every weekend!

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.

Who You Are
You are a multi-faceted teammate able to communicate and function effectively on an engineering team to create a collaborative environment that allows for the establishment of mission goals. Self-motivated and inspired, you thrive in an environment where you are empowered to work your craft, never settling for the bare minimum.
Basic Qualifications:
• Project Management Experience

• Experience working with advanced low observable coatings, materials, and processes

• Experience developing advanced technology & processes

• Experience with technical requirements generation and equipment & process specification development

• Experience with aerospace production environments and processes
Desired Skills:
• Secret level security clearance

• Experience working in advanced manufacturing concepts as they relate to current and emerging aircraft platforms

• Knowledge of military aircraft design, fabrication, assembly, finishes, and inspection methods and tools

• Knowledge of industry best practices for a broad range of manufacturing techniques

• Experience in manufacturing fabrication processes in advanced materials, materials science, process engineering

• Creative approach to technical problem solving

• Experience with project management and technical management disciplines such Project Management Principles, Change Management, Manufacturing Readiness Assessments (Manufacturing Readiness Level / Technology Readiness Level)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
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
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $117,200 - $206,770. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $134,900 - $233,680. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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