Metrology/Calibration Mgr
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 30, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 20, 2026. Lockheed Martin scores A on the Alion truth index.
Standard Job Description
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The Lockheed Martin Space Metrology has a great opportunity for a Metrology Associate Manager in the Kings Bay, Georgia location in support of the Fleet Ballistic Missile Program. In this role you will manage the daily calibration/production efforts for the Technical Services Building, provide guidance and support to subordinates, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders as needed to achieve collective goals.
Responsibilities will also include:
- Coordinating subordinate employee training, performance assessment, work assignment, and recognition/disciplinary actions.
- Production management, metrics development/tracking, and leading process improvement efforts.
- Concern and problem resolution with calibration laboratory internal and external stakeholders.
Manages the development and evaluation of calibration systems that measure characteristics of objects, substances, or phenomena, such as length, mass, time, temperature, electric current, luminous intensity, and derived units of physical or chemical measure. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Directs the development of calibration methods and techniques based on principles of measurement science, technical analysis of measurement problems and accuracy and precision requirements.
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Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience/combined education.
- Previous experience managing calibration facility certified to NAVSEA requirements and/or accredited to ISO/IEC 17025.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- US Citizenship required and ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance.
Desired Skills
Desired skills:
- 5+ years leadership experience with medium to large groups of hourly and/or non-exempt personnel.
- 5+ years managing a calibration laboratory; NAVAIR/NAVSEA management experience is a plus.
- Proven ability to guide/train technicians in multiple disciplines including dimensional/length, temperature, mass, torque, and general electronics.
- Proven analytical skills, metrics, cost for lab and ability to operate/track within budget.
- PMEL/TMDE education background or related military training experience
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00
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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.