T&E Marietta Test Engineering Manager

The Test and Evaluation (T&E) Marietta Test Engineering manager is responsible to lead and organize the Flight Test Discipline Engineer (FTDE) elements for all Marietta Test & Evaluation programs. These elements include test planning, test execution, data analysis and test reporting of lab and aircraft testing. The Marietta Test Engineering manager is responsible for the schedule and budget performance of the Test Engineering team including utilization of EVMS.

Must have advanced interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across the LM Aero T&E team and to manage, coach, develop and motivate the Marietta Test Engineering team. The Test Engineering manager will develop the Marietta Test Engineering teams staffing strategy for Marietta programs through collaboration with program management, site leadership, and other T&E leadership teams across LM Aero. The Test Engineering manager will ensure that all Marietta programs requirements are supported for successful execution.

This individual must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and must be able to effectively and calmly interact with other internal organizations, USG customers, and international customers in order to develop and execute a successful test program. Experience transforming contractual requirements, Military Standards and airworthiness criteria into test requirements is required. The Test Engineering manager must be able to also develop detailed test procedures beyond just contractual requirements to ensure that LM is providing a quality and safe product. Must be extremely organized, reliable, and able to successfully multi-task and perform within the high octane, dynamic Flight Test environment.

Must be able to obtain a security clearance

*Must be a US Citizen. Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college
Demonstrated leadership experience.
Experience with aircraft test planning, execution, data analysis and reporting.
Must have excellent communication (verbal and written) skills, with the ability to brief Program leadership and customers.
Experience transforming contractual requirements, Military Standards and airworthiness criteria into test requirements.
Control Account Manager (CAM) / Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience.
Strong organizational, planning and time management skills. Experience with Air Mobility and Maritime Mission (AMMM) program and aircraft (C 130, C-5 and P-3).
Strong presentation skills and ability to address complex matters / solutions with senior leadership.
Must have a personality and demeanor to handle the highly dynamic environment of Flight test, including the always-changing dates and priorities.
Demonstrated Corrective Action and Problem Solving skills.
Familiarization and knowledge of aircraft avionic systems and mechanical systems.
Self-motivated and able to work with minimal management oversight.