Emerging Technologies Director

Job Description:

Description:Overview:
Reporting to the Vice President of Engineering Combat Systems, the Director of Emerging Technologies will lead a large team of engineers driving advancements in AI, fusion, and cyber technologies within the Combat Systems (CS) organization. As these fields become increasingly critical to customers and the future of the industry, this role will be essential in shaping technology roadmaps, ensuring collaboration across business areas, and fostering a culture of innovation. The Director will also work closely with other Lockheed Martin Lines of Business (LOBs), the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), and Security teams to ensure that technologies are secure, compliant, and meet all necessary regulations and standards.
What You Will Be Doing:
• Provide vision and strategic direction for the development of AI, fusion, and cyber technologies, including architecture design and integration of new features into existing infrastructures while maintaining system integrity and security.
• Lead teams responsible for the entire lifecycle of AI, fusion, and cyber solutions, from planning and development to validation, verification, and cybersecurity test and evaluation.
• Implement AI, fusion, and cyber solutions in weapon systems, development, production, and sustainment operations, providing strategic oversight to architects and developers.
• Ensure compliance with DoD policies to maintain Authorization to Operate, providing critical oversight to safeguard infrastructure and products from cyber threats.
• Drive exploitation and penetration testing within the Aero Cyber Range, leading the development and sustainment of AI, fusion, and cyber capabilities for Combat Systems.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, providing leadership and guidance to the engineering team to keep Lockheed Martin at the forefront of innovation.
• Develop strategies to integrate AI, fusion, and cyber technologies into existing and new products, ensuring these solutions are delivered ethically, responsibly, and securely.
• Collaborate with customers to understand their needs, and ensure that AI, fusion, and cyber technologies meet their requirements and provide competitive capabilities.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry partners, academia, and government agencies, representing Combat Systems in forums and conferences.
• Manage budgets and resources for the development and deployment of AI, fusion, and cyber technologies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
This role is critical for shaping the future of emerging technologies at Lockheed Martin and delivering innovative, secure solutions that meet the needs of our customers.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance. A company-sponsored secret is required to start
What’s In It For You:
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We Hear You, We See You. At Lockheed Martin, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse thinkers like you! At Lockheed Martin, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.

Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing whats right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global DEI.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree

• Demonstrated technical and people leadership experience including leading large diverse and dynamic multi-discipline engineering teams

• Ability to lead digital transformation

• Demonstrated corrective action and problem-solving skills
Desired Skills:
• Bachelors degree with 10+ years relevant experience

• Experience in complex AI, cyber and fusion development with multi-discipline engineering teams

• Broad based Program Management 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 and change culture within a large organization that results in improved performance

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with experience engaging and presenting in executive level meetings

• Ability to obtain Special Program Access
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the worlds most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Other
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

• Bachelors degree with 10+ years relevant experience

• Experience in complex AI, cyber and fusion development with multi-discipline engineering teams

• Broad based Program Management 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 and change culture within a large organization that results in improved performance

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with experience engaging and presenting in executive level meetings

• Ability to obtain Special Program Access

Job Ident #: 70645590064

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/

Lockheed Martin Corporation is an American global aerospace, defense, security and advanced technologies company with worldwide interests. It was formed by the merger of Lockheed Corporation with Martin Marietta in March 1995. It is headquartered in North...

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Job Info

Location

Fort Worth, Texas, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/