Description: Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is one of four Lockheed Martin business areas. MFC is a recognized designer, developer, and manufacturer of precision engagement aerospace and defense systems for the U.S. and allied militaries.
Are you an accomplished Engineering Affordability Leader? Do you have a passion for working across Engineering & Technology, Finance and Business Operations, Strategy and Business Development, Program/Proposal Management, and with the external customer? Are you ready to leverage your financial, technical, & people knowledge to drive programs towards winning bids, and keeping sold? Are you able to shape an organization in order to maintain and develop the Affordability talent necessary for success? If so, an Engineering Affordability Line of Business leadership role may be the right fit for you.
What You Will Be Doing
You will be an ambassador in our organization and lead initiatives to increase the value of our products in the most cost-effective way.
You will help both on and across programs, to leverage the most up to date tools & data to drive transformation within our business.
You will proactively address issues, concerns, or challenges by facilitating tradeoff decisions and removing obstacles.
Why Join Us
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We Hear You, We See You. At Lockheed Martin, we invest in people and promote the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse thinkers like you! At Lockheed Martin, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.
Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others, and performing with excellence.
Learn more here: Global Diversity & Inclusion.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's in Technical Discipline (Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, etc.), Masters, including MBA, preferred.
Experienced Leader of teams comprised of diverse backgrounds including Program Management, Engineering and Technology, Finance, Global Supply Chain, Production Operations, and Quality.
Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and grow Affordability staff.
Must be an excellent communicator, skilled in data visualization, with experience presenting to executive leadership and external customers. Will be required to develop, advocate, and implement the DTC policy.
Experience with multi-year and multiple-year procurements.
Working in environments that have multiple, high priorities, and advocating effectively for your area of responsibility.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel & data analytics.
Strong fundamental engineering knowledge and financial acumen.
Experience establishing a new organization.
**Interim Secret Clearance is needed to start therefore you must be a US Citizen.
Desired Skills:
Previous experience as an Affordability Program Lead, Cost Engineer, and Design-to-Cost Specialist.
Experience with Capture, Position to Win, Affordability Planning, Government Contracting, Team Facilitation, Training, Coaching, Group Prioritization Techniques, Cost Target Allocation, and engaging with suppliers.
Developing Step-Down plans Design for Manufacturing modeling (e.g. DFMA, DFMPro, SEER, etc.), Value Engineering / Producibility Analysis, Design Tools, Quality Function Deployment, CAIV Analysis, and Plan tailoring.
Capable of performing O&S Cost, Similar-to, Pre-Design Performance, Sensitivity, Cost Capability, Producibility, Pareto, Architecture cost-driver, cost-benefit, and/or Learning Curve Analyses.
Manufacturing materials & processes familiarity.
Parametric Estimating / TruePlanning experience.
Familiarity with Cost modeling & Design-to-Cost tools, Value Engineering / Producibility Analysis, and Business Transformation / Change activities.
Lean Six Sigma Green / Black Belt Certification.
Mentoring and developing technical staff.
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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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: Systems Engineering: Other
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
