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AMMM Production Engineering is hiring a Tool Engineering Manager (L5) to own the execution of the Digitization effort. This is a critical position in the organization as the candidate selected will partner stand up and scale work cells for tool and part scanning. This role is part of our Strategy & Readiness Organization. In this new  role, you will contribute to the business with your leadership, ownership, creativity, drive, and innovative ideas that will help pave the way for future business. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow and have a passion for pushing the envelope and thinking outside the box, then this opportunity may be perfect for you. Your contribution will be critical as we continue to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready.

As a Digitization Tool Engineering Manager, your role will be to serve as the Leader accountable over a small team of tool engineers (direct and contract), as well as vendors performing scans. You will:

• Manage cost, schedule, and technical objectives of the digitization effort
• Coordinate and interact with all supporting functional organizations (tooling departments, Jig Shop, Tool Inspection, Tool Control, etc…) to ensure scanning effort adheres to cost and schedule expectations
• Resolve any constraints that will impede scanning execution and escalate as needed
• Be accountable for setting strategic direction, making decisions, allocating resources, fostering collaboration, and driving the overall execution of the Digitization scanning effort
• Prepare reports and brief Sr Leadership on progress and identification of process improvements
• Own the Digitization scanning area and ensure its readiness to support schedule demands
• Monitor and own the execution of vendors / suppliers
• Establish a culture of performance and results

The ideal candidate will possess a background around tool engineering and metrology. The candidate must excel in cross-functional collaboration, exhibit strong organizational and project management capabilities, and quickly develop relationships to influence outcomes.  Additionally, the candidate must establish a culture of performance

This position is located in <a href=https://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/aero-marietta-georgia> Marietta, GA</a>.

This role may require infrequent travel and possible weekend/off-hour support.

Designs, develops and implements industrial machinery and equipment, tools, dies, gauges, jigs, fixtures, prototype model production and machine attachments required for production or experimental use, considering such factors as accessibility, economy, mobility, and performance requirements. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. May use CAD/CAM to design tools. 

Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (STEM required)
• 8+ years of experience in production engineering / engineering / lead / supervisory / managerial role
• Experience with tooling lifecycles and processes (i.e. tool design, design review, procurement, funding, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to work strategically as well as tactically to drive operations
• Ability to liaison between Production Operations, Manufacturing Sites, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, etc.
• Ability to build positive relationships with the customer
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve technical/process issues varying from basic to very complex
• Experience managing safety, quality, cost, schedule, and the reporting up of those metrics
• Excellent presentation, verbal & written communication skills

Desired Skills

• Experience with the Aeronautics Line of Business and awareness of Aero Code and local site policies and procedures
• Experience developing and implementing tools required for production or experimental use
• Experience in design for manufacturing / assembly or design for cost
• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and manufacturing requirements
• Experience supporting military aircraft programs, including C-130, C-130J, or other legacy aircraft platforms.
• Experience with fabrication tooling, assembly tooling, master gauges, templates, fixtures, and drill jigs
• Familiarity with tooling inspection, metrology, laser tracking, 3D scanning, and digital tooling verification
• Experience with tooling digitization, legacy drawing conversion, model-based definition, and configuration management.
• CATIA V5 and / or NX experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead high performing engineering teams, manage budgets, and influence cross functional stakeholders
• Experience interfacing with executive leadership across functions and lines of business
• Experience managing or interfacing with contracted employees
• Earned Value Management experience & systems knowledge
• Project Management, Project Engineering, or Production Engineering Experience
• Ability to plan strategically and translate strategies into daily, weekly and monthly tactical actions and tasks