Test Engineering Manager - Level 5

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM field (Engineering, Math, Technology or Science) or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a quality or production environment
• Working knowledge of AS9100 Quality requirements
• Working knowledge of bonded assembly inspection & calibration operations
• Mining engineering or Quality experience in a lead capacity
• Prior supervisory or project lead experience directing hourly & salaried personnel in production environment
• Experience overseeing and managing skills certification programs
• Experience managing record retention & data archival for production or calibration records or other production records

Job Description

• Quality Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) & Metrology operations (Level 5)
• The leader chosen for this position will lead a team of NDT/NDI Test Engineers and represented inspectors.
• This highly dynamic team continually introduces new technology and techniques in the most advanced programs at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics.
• The leader supervises a staff of 8 direct reports and 21 employees.
• The leaders will ensure adequate staffing, training, and personnel development.
• The majority of the team supports first shift operations though support is provided 24/7.
• The position oversees and proactively manages X-ray, CT, UT and other NDI equipment.
• Heavy involvement in capital request development and procurement.
• Develops and supports external contract development and implementation as appropriate.
• Manages travel of employees to support NDI needs at multiple locations.
• Creates Basis of Estimates (BOE) for contracts and supports negotiations through award of contract.
• Responsible for budgetary tracking and adherence.
• Will lead discussions and issue resolution between Engineering/Procurement/Production and other Enterprise organizations.
• Creates and conducts presentations to top levels of management for the Palmdale site.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• This position supports a facility that requires special access.
• Active SECRET clearance with investigation within last 5 years.

What's In It For You

• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition

Palmdale, CA

• This position is in Palmdale, CA
• Discover Palmdale.

Desired Skills

• Advanced degree in STEM field or Eng Management a definite plus
• Familiarity with NDI specifications including NAS 410, SAE-I- 6870, LM PM 8006
• Ability to interact with both contractor and customer representatives to develop a non-destructive inspection plan, schedules and cost estimates
• Experience with Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP) requirements and collaboration with ASIP engineering specialists
• Experience with Electronic engineering drawing, data packages, and manufacturing work instructions
• Automated dimensional measurement techniques
• Prior automated inspection experience
• Experience with digital thread systems
• Good customer relationship management skills
• Prior experience managing the acquisition of Large Capital NDT equipment
• Demonstrated ability to work with government customers
• Aerospace NDT experience

Other Important Information

• 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.