Quick overview
Job description
Requisition ID: 3467
ERP Eligible?: Yes
ERP amount: 1,800
Type: Leader
Shift: 1
Clearance Prior to Start: SC
Final Clearance: SC
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
FT/PT/Casual: FullTime
Department: LMUK Ltd Space
Business Unit: LMUK Ltd Space
About The Role
Be part of a team delivering the next generation of secure military communications satellites for the UK Ministry of Defence. This work provides resilient, high‑performance connectivity for the UK, its allies and Defence personnel worldwide, playing a critical role in protecting national security as space becomes more contested and demand for secure data continues to grow.
Joining Lockheed Martin also means helping to shape significant investment in the North East space sector, with more than 100 million proposed to support high‑skill jobs, advanced manufacturing and long‑term economic growth. Opportunities include potential satellite manufacturing in County Durham and collaboration with NESST – the North East Space Skills and Technology Centre at Northumbria University – helping to build a strong pipeline of talent, learning and innovation.
This is your chance to work on mission‑critical technology, develop cutting‑edge skills and build a meaningful career, while delivering lasting impact for the region and the nation
The successful candidate will be responsible for the design and implementation of the ground segment of a satellite communications system. They will be fully conversant with the construction and performance of the ground segment and able to represent it to the customer.
Manages more than one technical engineering and science organization. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.
Manages the activities of subordinate associate managers, supervisors, or exempt professionals. Guides by function practices and defined management precedents. Maintains communication with internal personnel, external customers, and peers at various levels.
Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis requires evaluation of a variety of factors. Advises on tasks, projects, and operations. Typically does not participate in the daily tasks of supervised group.
Accountable for setting strategic direction, making decisions, allocating resources, fostering collaboration, and driving the achievement of organizational objective. Decisions impact financial, employee, or public relations posture. Serves as a consultant on highly significant matters and long-range objectives.
Actively contributes to the development of new concepts. Possesses full knowledge of industry and company practices, demonstrating expertise in the field and related disciplines.
Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience
- Significant related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline.
- Experience and knowledge of ground segment hardware and software is particularly desirable.
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