Lockheed Martin · 20 hours ago
Director of Engineering - Vehicle Systems
Fort Worth, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveLockheed Martin is a leader in aerospace solutions, and they are seeking a Director of Engineering - Vehicle Systems to lead their technical execution teams. This role involves directing operations, aligning resources with program needs, and collaborating with stakeholders to optimize performance across multiple Aero sites.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Direct the operations of Vehicle Systems technical execution teams (Propulsion, Utility Systems, VS Integration, Electrical Hardware Lab, Weapons Integration, D/PHM, and Specialty Engineering) across three Aero sites
Align personnel and resources with program execution needs to ensure timely delivery
Identify, track, and report quality metrics and VS milestone performance to achieve financial objectives
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to optimize program performance through shared tools, content, and approaches
Manage subcontractors and partner companies to deliver Vehicle Systems products on budget, on schedule, and to program requirements
Qualification
Required
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access
The selected candidate must currently possess and be able to maintain a US DoD SECRET clearance
Preferred
Program Management - Broad based experience: managing large performance efforts delivering cost, schedule and financial outcomes
Experience working with US Services and International Customers
Cultural Catalyst - Demonstrated ability to manage culture of large organizations
Experience with agile methodology and metrics
Excellent written and oral communication skills with experience engaging and presenting in executive level meetings
Ability to obtain Special Program Access
Benefits
Flexible scheduling options
Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package
Company
Lockheed Martin
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.
Founded in 1912
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
Leadership Team
Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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