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We believe that by pushing the boundaries of visionary thinking, we can achieve exceptional results. As a Lockheed Martin employee, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in an environment that values integrity and excellence.\nTHE WORK\nThe Test Engineering Associate Manager leads a dedicated team comprised of a mix of Test Method Engineers, Engineers, and Subject Matter Experts focused on the design, verification, and qualification of phased array antennas and associated sub-systems. The role combines technical leadership with people-management duties, ensuring that near-field test facilities are operated, upgraded, and staffed to meet aggressive program schedules. The manager will also drive test-automation initiatives to develop and integrate technical insertions for manufacturing and provide accurate cost and staffing estimates for proposals.\nKey Responsibilities include:\nTeam Leadership & Development - Recruit, onboard, and mentor Test Method Engineers; conduct regular performance assessments, set development goals, and manage career progression.\n Near-Field Test Facility Management - Oversee operation, calibration, and maintenance of near-field antenna test ranges (RF, anechoic, chamber-based); enforce safety and compliance controls.\nTest Coordination & Staffing - Align test plans with program milestones; allocate engineering and technician resources, schedule test slots, and resolve staffing conflicts.\nCapital Improvements - Identify, justify, and manage capital-expenditure projects for new test equipment, facility upgrades, and infrastructure enhancements; track budgets and ROI.\nTest Automation & Technology Insertion - Lead adoption of automated test rigs, data-acquisition software, and emerging measurement technologies; integrate these solutions into existing test flows and documentation.\nProposal & Cost Estimating Support - Generate labor, material, and overhead estimates for test-related work scopes; produce staffing plans and technical insertions for customer proposals and internal bids.\nProcess Excellence - Apply Lean/Six-Sigma principles to improve test efficiency, data quality, and turnaround time; maintain consistent documentation standards.\nCross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with program managers, systems engineers, and supply-chain teams to ensure test requirements are met and risks are mitigated.\nWHO YOU ARE\nYou are a technical leader with deep expertise in RF and radar antenna test engineering and a proven ability to manage high-performing teams. You excel at combining hands-on facility management with strategic cost estimating and process improvement to drive operational excellence.\nWHY JOIN US\nIn this role you will have the opportunity to lead a specialized engineering team and shape the future of RF test capabilities for some of the world's most advanced radar programs. You will drive technical innovation and facility upgrades that ensure the success of critical defense missions.\nOur benefits are built to match the caliber of your work. Reliable, high performing, and mission ready. You’ll enjoy world class resources, mentorship, continuous learning, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work life balance-all within a culture that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration.\nBasic Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field.\n5+ years of experience in radar antenna or RF sub-system test engineering.\n3 + years of supervisory or people-management experience (directly overseeing engineers or technical staff).\nHands-on experience with near-field RF test methods, calibration processes, and associated measurement equipment.\nProven ability to develop cost estimates and staffing plans for test-related work scopes.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nThis position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. \nDesired Skills\nMaster’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.\nExperience implementing test-automation frameworks (e.g., Python-based test scripts, NI LabVIEW, custom PLC solutions, Matlab).\nExperience with NSI2000 or FR959 Antenna Test Software.\nTrack record of managing capital-budget projects and delivering ROI-focused facility upgrades.\nFamiliarity with Lean, Six-Sigma, or other continuous-improvement methodologies applied to test operations.\nExperience authoring technical insertions for proposals\nExposure to advanced radar system architectures (phased-array, electronically scanned arrays, etc.).\nDemonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with program management, systems engineering, and supply chain teams.\nWorking knowledge of relevant industry standards (MIL-STD, IEEE, safety regulations for RF testing).\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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