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While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.\nAt Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.\nJoin us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.\nThis Associate Manager role will lead the Stress, Loads and Dynamics, and Structural Survivability team that supports the Strategic Reentry Program (SRP) portfolio as well as a range of Strategic Missile and Defense (SMD) programs across multiple Lockheed Martin Space sites (Denver, CO; Valley Forge, PA; Sunnyvale, CA). 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Directs application of research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.\nBasic Qualifications\nA bachelor’s or higher degree in mechanical, aerospace program or equivalent from an accredited college/university and/or equivalent work experience\nRelevant experience in mechanical analysis, including finite element analysis(FEA), computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and/or classical hand calculations\nDemonstrated leadership experience, such as leading projects, mentoring peers and/or owning technical deliverables within a large organization\nAbility/willingness to obtain/maintain a Top Secret clearance, US Citizenship required\nDesired Skills\nA Master's degree is strongly preferred for this position\nMechanical background to understand fundamentals of statics and dynamics\nExperience with analysis tools such as ABAQUS CAE, Siemens Simcenter3D, NASTRAN, ADAMS, LS-DYNA or equivalent\nExperience evaluating designs using rigid body or flexible body analysis methods and tools\nMechanisms, antenna, electronic component, ground support, hoisting, and test support equipment, and composite materials analysis experience\nStatic, vibration, acoustic, modal, shock test experience of aerospace flight hardware\nExperience managing/leading an engineering team\nExperience working on Missile Defense programs\nProven ability to plan, propose, coordinate work and personnel across multiple programs and organizational structures\nStrong interpersonal and communication skills to lead, organize, motivate, and mentor a team of engineers\nExcellent collaboration skills with multidisciplinary teams, managers, programs, and customers, with the ability to effectively communicate and work together to address complex technical issues\nAbility and desire to assume ownership of tasks and drive to closure quickly and efficiently\nAbility to work in a collaborative and highly integrated team environment\nActive Secret or Top Sercret Clearance\nPay Information\nFull-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00\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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