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Lockheed Martin · 3 months ago

Sustainment Engineer Sr

Lockheed Martin is a leading technology innovation company, and they are seeking a Sustainment Engineer Sr for their Obsolescence Management team. The role involves managing the obsolescence program for the Target Sight Systems product line, translating requirements into mitigation strategies, and serving as a logistics liaison between various teams.

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Responsibilities

Systematically identify, assess and mitigate component obsolescence risks across the TSS system
Define DMSMS thresholds, evaluate related risks, and drive analysis to select cost effective mitigation pathways
Build and maintain models tracking historical failure rates, parts consumption, obsolescence trends and Last Time Buy (LTB) needs
Create clear visual forecasts of obsolescence and sustainment to illustrate lifecycle risks for subsystems and components
Partner with cross functional groups to devise solutions for End of Life (EOL) parts, minimizing production and sustainment disruption
Analyze “life of need” data—failure rates, performance periods, subsystem longevity—to support production and sustainment stakeholders
Communicate case status, issues and recommendations to management and customers through reports, engineering change requests and presentations
Provide training and expert advice on system design, specifications and logistics to customers and internal teams
Travel as required to support customers, field sites and partner facilities

Qualification

Obsolescence managementDMSMS principlesLogistics liaisonMicrosoft Office SuiteSupply chain dynamicsSAP client applicationsCommunicationProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsPresentation skills

Required

Appropriate technical degree from an accredited institution
Proven experience in obsolescence management and DMSMS
In-depth knowledge of obsolescence management principles, methodologies, and best practices
Experience with obsolescence management tools and techniques, including forecasting, tracking, and reporting of obsolete parts and materials
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong problem-solving skills with ability to analyze complex problems
Self-starter with ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to interface with a variety of IT applications
Ability to prepare and deliver presentations
Ability to work in a dynamic environment with changing priorities and deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Word)
Ability to obtain a secret clearance

Preferred

Understanding of supply chain dynamics, including sourcing, procurement, and inventory management
Understanding of electronic components, manufacturing processes, and supply chain management
Strong Excel skills, with ability to create complex spreadsheets and analyses
Familiarity with Asset Management System (AMS)
Experience using SAP client applications
Experience teaming with suppliers and government customers to develop products

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Education Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid time off
Holidays

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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