Sustainment Engineer Associate - SEAD (Early Career)
Lockheed MartinAbout the role
Security Clearance
Secret
Shift
First
Direct/Indirect
Direct
Business Area
Rotary and Mission Systems
Department
XECOSA:GS SEAD
Relocation/Housing Stipend Available
Yes
Job Code/Title
E9521:Sustainment Engineer Asc
Job Class
Miscellaneous Engineering
Job Category
4 yr and up College
Req Type
Full-Time
Job Description
Participate in the SEAD Leadership Program. LM’s Global Sustainment Organization invites entry level and early career employees to join the Sustainment Employee Advanced Development (SEAD) Program. SEAD is a three-year rotational program designed for high potential candidates who aspire to take on future Sustainment related leadership positions. SEAD will consist of 3 one-year rotations in Sustainment disciplines such as Sustainment Operations, Information Systems & Innovation, Supply Chain Management & Depot Operations, Field Sustainment, Courseware & Training and Technical Publications. Participants will also gain exposure to Program Integration skillsets, including Project Management, Proposal Management, Earned Value, Subcontract Managements and Quality. A cross functional business capstone project will be completed by the 3rd year. Participants will also have tremendous opportunities for team leadership training, networking, mentorship, and volunteering. Upon completion, participants will have gained a broad Sustainment knowledge base and will then be encouraged to pursue a career path within one of the Sustainment disciplines.
Candidates will be considered for hiring at the following RMS locations, with the potential to relocate between sites during the three-year program:
• Syracuse, NY
• Stratford, CT
• Trumbull, CT
• Owego, NY
• Orlando, FL
• Manassas, VA
• Moorestown, NJ
• Fort Worth, TX
SEAD assignments are targeted to start in June 2025. Specific job assignments may include, but are not limited to, the following fields:
• Depot Operations
• Supply Chain Management
• Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals
• Technology and Tools Innovation
• Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS)
• Logistics Sustainment Analysis
• Modeling
• Instructional Design
• Customer Training
• Customer Service Role
• Multi-Media/Graphic
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Aerospace, Industrial, Mechanical, Systems, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Management, Math, Physics, Computer Science, Logistics related, Supply Chain and Business Management or related discipline
- Data analytics with technical degrees
- MS Office Proficient (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project)
- Basic understanding of Logistics and Sustainment
- Proven analytical and leadership skills
- Experience in participation in continuous process improvement initiatives
- Computer proficiency and ability to learn new software applications
- Course work in Systems engineering, project engineering, supply chain and logistics, operations research and business analytics, operations management, logistics management, project and program management and Supply Chain Management
- 1-2 years of internship experience in related field
- Willingness to relocate
- Must be a US Citizen
- This position will require a government security clearance
- This position is located at a facility that requires special access
Desired skills
- Detail oriented, team oriented and strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to effectively work with internal & external customers
- Ability to work independently and work with limited direction to accomplish project goals
- Ability to multi-task efficiently and exhibit effective problem solving and process improvement skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment focusing on innovative systems solutions
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to relocate
- Interest and motivation in attaining future Sustainment related leadership roles within Lockheed Martin
- Experience in continuous improvement/process analysis
- Ability to work as a team and manage a small portion of a program or small program
State
Connecticut, Florida, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Virginia
Zip
06611, 06615, 08057, 13088, 13827, 20110, 32825, 76137
EEO
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
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.
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