Job Description
Job Title:  Hardware Engineering Asc Mgr - L4
Posting Start Date:  10/26/26

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WHAT WE'RE DOING

As a part of the Lockheed Martin community, we take on challenges and find solutions using creativity and collaboration. If you're looking to be a part of a passionate team solving these complex problems, then Rotary and Mission Systems is the place for you.

WHO WE ARE

The Hardware Engineering Associate Manager will be the First-Line Manager (FLM) for the Electrical Engineering group reporting to the Launchers & C-UAS Engineering organization. The candidate will report directly to the Launchers & C-UAS Engineering Senior Manager and will support multiple Launchers programs in Moorestown, New Jersey across various platforms in the Sensors, Effectors, and Mission Systems business.

THE WORK

Responsibilities include:

  • Providing technical and administrative leadership to approximately fifteen electrical and hardware engineers of varied experience levels.
  • Coordinating direct report employee recruitment, training, performance assessment, work assignments, staffing, salary, recognition, and disciplinary actions.
  • Coordinating with programs on technical and staffing requirements, ensuring adherence to the engineering development processes, and collaborating with cross-functional organizations, including engineering drafting and manufacturing leads.
  • Reviewing business pursuits and proposals for structure and accuracy.

WHO YOU ARE

The type of candidate we are seeking has:

  • An extensive background in electrical or hardware engineering.
  • Experience working within either the Defense or Aerospace industries as either as an IPT Lead or Lead Hardware Engineer.
  • Expertise executing the hardware development process.
  • A strong foundation in a variety of relevant technical principles with related knowledge of different theories and concepts.
  • Demonstrated history of continual development as an engineer.
  • Extensive experience presenting complex technical details and/or data to different audiences including executive leadership and customer representatives.

Please Note:

  • This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

WHY JOIN US

Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place. Our RMS business in Moorestown, NJ is a hub of talented engineers, scientists, and professionals committed to shaping the future of defense technology. We value collaboration, excellence, and integrity in everything we do. As a part of our team, you will work alongside like-minded individuals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum of 7 years' relevant professional experience.
  • Demonstrated competence in leading engineering teams, particularly executing the hardware development process.
  • Demonstrated experience in customer relations.
  • Demonstrated experience in earned value, schedule, cost, and risk management techniques.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the SECRET level.

Desired Skills

  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
  • In-depth knowledge of RMS processes, including expertise in hardware engineering processes and product life cycle.
  • Capture experience including proposal or estimate authorship.
  • Experience in defense article development and production and associated standards.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00

At 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.

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.