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Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Directs application of research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.\nPlease join us as a Propulsion Engineering Manager for the Controls team. You will serve as the Functional Leader for a team of propulsion engineers supporting development, qualification, and production. The ideal candidate will be organized, flexible, have strong interpersonal skills, have initiative, have the ability to manage multiple tasks, and enjoy a fast paced, dynamic environment.\nAs the Propulsion Engineering Controls Manager, you will:\nServe as the Functional Leader for a team of propulsion engineers\nBe responsible for staff planning and tracking activities, to include program need assessment, hiring, onboarding, and coordinating staffing with other functional leaders\nMentor and develop technical talent in collaboration with the Propulsion, Energetics & Life Support Talent Center (PELS TC) functional organization. Foster a culture of technical excellence with a laser focus on production support\nMaintain full command over program priorities and schedules and hold your team accountable to achieve key milestones and deliver value\nRegularly presenting technical status and issue resolution to program leadership, customers, and other applicable stakeholders\nTravel estimated at 25%\nThe Propulsion Engineering Controls Manager will be required to provide functional leadership and demonstrate LM Full Spectrum Leadership.\nBasic Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical), Physics, or related field\nCurrent SECRET level clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret clearances\nDemonstrated experience leading and managing multi-disciplinary engineering teams.\nExcellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.\nExceptional communication (written and verbal), presentation, and interpersonal skills.\nDesired Skills\nAdvanced degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical), Physics, or related field\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers, leaders, and customers\nUnderstanding of propulsion/energetic system design, development, manufacture, and test, particularly for attitude and divert control systems\nCurrent Top Secret clearance\nExperience guiding the successful completion of major programs and functioning in a project leadership role.\nFull Spectrum Leadership experience and training\nComfortable working in a fast paced and dynamic multi-disciplinary environment\nExcellent organizational and verbal/written communication skills\nDemonstrated interpersonal skills to promote teamwork with internal customers\nPay Information\nFull-Time Salary Range: $145100.00 - $269500.00\nAt Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.\nThe 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.\nBenefits 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.\nAnnual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. 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