Software Engineering - Associate Manager Flight Controls

• Software Proposal Experience, 1 - 2 years
• Knowledge of Software Engineering Processes
• Agile Software Experience, 1 - 2 plus years

You will be the Software Engineering - Associate Manager Flight Controls for the Flight Controls team which is responsible for the design, integration, and sustainment of flight‑control systems.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Software Engineering - Associate Manager Flight Controls you will be responsible for leading workforce and personnel management for F‑22/F‑16 flight‑controls programs. You will partner with IFG, Aeronautics, and external stakeholders to drive technology road‑maps and deliver accurate cost estimates.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Manage re‑assignments, recruitment, selections, terminations, and career development for program staff.
• Collaborate with IFG, Aeronautics, Business Units, and industry partners to align technical and business objectives.
• Support technology‑roadmap pursuit, coordinate TSOW inputs, and develop Basis of Estimate (BOE) aligned with government and Lockheed standards.
• Input BOEs into APTS ensuring quality and compliance.
• Facilitate communication across all levels, from engineers to executives, resolving conflicts and building collaborative relationships.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

A collaborative leader with strong conflict‑resolution and proactive communication skills. You excel at mentoring, performance management, and driving cost‑effective solutions in a high‑tempo aerospace environment. Your technical background and people‑first approach make you a catalyst for program success.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Desired Skills

• Software Product Manager (SPM) experience a plus
• Input BOEs accurately into APTS following Quality BOE Standards.
• Control Account Manager (CAM) experience a plus
• Familiarity with Configuration Management tools

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.