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Associate Manager, Systems Integration

Lockheed Martin

Grand Prairie, TXFull-time$105–195K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$105–195K/yr
Location
Grand Prairie, TX
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearance, requiredBachelor's degree, required

Job overview

Lockheed Martin seeks an Engineering Technology Manager to lead integration and test execution for IAMD PAC-3 development efforts. The role oversees system test solutions, technical execution, staffing, and team development, and coordinates testing across programs and organizations. The ideal candidate brings a strong system integration and testing background, leadership, and communication skills. U.S. citizenship is required for facility access, and an Interim Secret Clearance is needed before starting.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

System Integration, nice to haveSystem Testing, nice to haveCross-Functional Coordination, nice to haveAttention to Detail, nice to haveLeadership, nice to haveCommunication, nice to haveSensor Integration, nice to haveSubsystem Testing, nice to haveComponent Testing, nice to haveDVT Testing, nice to haveHWIL, nice to haveProducibility, nice to haveFlight Test Campaigns, nice to haveElectrical Engineering, nice to haveMechanical Engineering, nice to haveTeaching, nice to haveProposal Development, nice to haveBasis of Estimate, nice to haveTechnical Reviews, nice to haveSETR Process, nice to haveHardware and Software Integration, nice to haveCustomer Presentations, nice to haveTest Readiness Reviews, nice to havePre-Ship Readiness Reviews, nice to haveTechnical Development, nice to haveFailure Review Board Process, nice to haveControl Account Management, nice to haveEarned Value Management, nice to haveIntegrated Master Scheduling, nice to haveTeam Leadership, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Engineering or Related, required7+ Years Engineering Experience, requiredInterim Secret Clearance, requiredMaster's Degree in Engineering, nice to have10+ Years Engineering Experience, nice to haveU.S. Citizenship, requiredFinal Secret Clearance, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Standard Job Description

Manages the integration and testing of in-house developed and COTS/GOTS components, elements, subsystems and/or systems. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Oversees the synthesis of customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule and cost constraints. Directs the following activities: establishing functional and technical specifications and standards, solving hardware/software interface problems, defining input/output parameters, and ensuring integration of the entire system or subsystem. Manages the development and directs preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules for complete systems and/or subsystems. Coordinates subsystem and/or system testing activities with programs and other organizations.

As an Engineering Technology Manager (ETM), you will be responsible for the following within the Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) Line of Business (LOB), Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) Development Program Test Operations (TestOps) efforts, including:

  • I&T Technical Execution for IAMD PAC3 Development Integration and Test (I&T) efforts

  • Leading monthly team meetings, quarterly check-ins for career development, annual performance reviews, training plan maintenance, and program-specific mentorship

  • Assessing IT&E staff planning, inputting new requisitions, and aligning staff to meet dynamic critical needs

Why Join Us

We're looking for a seasoned and collaborative Integration, Test, and Evaluation Engineer Lead to join our team. As an ideal candidate, you have a strong background in system integration and testing, with the ability to coordinate with personnel from different functional areas to complete testing successfully. You're a detail-oriented leader with excellent communication skills, and are able to verify that integrated hardware meets physical, functional, and performance objectives. If you're passionate about leading complex systems integration and testing efforts, we encourage you to apply.

U.S. Citizenship required for facility access. Ability to obtain an Interim Secret Clearance needed prior to start. Final Secret Clearance required post start.

Basic Qualifications

  • B.S. degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Aerospace, or related Engineering discipline (M.S. preferred)

  • 7+ years of related professional engineering experience in a engineering field and/or related professional experiences

  • Requires the ability to obtain an Interim Secret Security Clearance prior to start

Desired Skills

  • A Master's Degree in Engineering

  • 10+ years of relevant engineering experience

  • Strong technical background in any of the following: Sensor integration, system integration, subsystem/component testing, DVT testing, HWIL, and producibility, or a combination of the above

  • Proven ability to lead ground and/or air flight test campaigns of subsystem, system, or system of system designs

  • Strong foundation in electrical, system integration, or mechanical engineering concepts; ability to teach these to others

  • Experience with MFC products and/or development process in the IAMD PAC-3 program areas

  • Experience balancing technical and business objectives, including proposal experience, basis of estimate experience, and technical review experience (SETR Process)

  • Demonstrated capability to coordinate cross disciplinary teams for fabrication, integration, and testing of hardware and software capabilities

  • Track record of delivering compelling customer presentations that convey performance results, schedule status, and corrective actions

  • Proven ability to lead Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and Pre-Ship Readiness Reviews (PSRR)

  • Proven ability to lead technical development efforts on a team

  • Previous experience in Failure Review Board Process

  • Previous Control Account Manage (CAM), Earned Value Management (EVM) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) experience

  • Previous L-Code Experience Leading Teams with accountability of Technical, Cost, and Schedule Objectives.

  • Proven experience leading Ground to Air Munitions Flight Test Campaigns

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00

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.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

How this job compares

Set against the 5,657 open Engineering Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 12, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$105–195K/yr
  • Texas median$135–250K/yr255 salary ranges
  • US median$144–257K/yr4,641 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $150K, is 23% below the Texas median midpoint ($195K) — in the lowest quarter of Engineering Manager salary ranges in Texas.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 382 open Engineering Manager jobs in Texas and 5,657 across the US. 7% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 7 years of experience; Engineering Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 8 years at the median (4,947 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 2,475 of the 5,657 open Engineering Manager jobs (44%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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