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Standard Job Description
Advanced Manufacturing Technology is looking for a highly motivated team member to join our staff and help transform Lockheed Martin MFC’s manufacturing and development processes by implementing cutting-edge technology, materials, and process improvements. This role will facilitate that growth and optimization by leading the Orlando Automation and Robotics team within the Advanced Manufacturing Technology organization.
In this role, you will work cross-functionally with the campaigns and technology experts in Advanced Manufacturing Technology to drive the research, development, and deployment of innovative automation solutions—including industrial robots, collaborative robots, vision systems, AI-enabled motion planning, and smart manufacturing cells—to enhance throughput, quality, and safety in missile and fire-control production.
You will lead a team of highly capable manufacturing robotics engineers skilled in automation, robotics, and controls engineering practices. Your team will own development and implementation from start to finish, including automation assessments, automation system design, automation integration and testing, automation pilots, and training and handoff of completed systems. This is a high-visibility role that will span all MFC and Lockheed Martin domains to drive major improvements to our manufacturing processes.
You will manage generic research and/or product development involving multiple engineering disciplines, such as electronics, electrical, mechanical, and/or chemical engineering. You will be responsible for coordinating the recruitment, selection, and training of subordinate employees; performance assessments; work assignments; salary decisions; and recognition and disciplinary actions. You will develop and manage annual budgets for development labor, tooling, and technology investments; track expenditures; and report variances to leadership. You will also manage vendor relationships and oversee contracts for robotic system development.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or robotics engineering, or a related field
Experience with industrial and/or collaborative robot platforms (e.g., FANUC, KUKA, and ABB)
Knowledge of vision systems (e.g., Keyence and Cognex), PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Rockwell, and Siemens), and safety-related controls
Strong written and verbal presentation skills; ability to convey technical concepts to both engineering and leadership audiences
Experience in project management
Experience with earned value principles and budget management
Experience with high-volume production lines
Awareness of Lean Six Sigma principles
Desired Skills
Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems (MES), such as DELMIA Apriso
Experience in robot programming (e.g., KAREL, ROS/ROS 2, and URScript)
Experience in robot simulation (e.g., ROBOGUIDE and Visual Components)
Experience with supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, such as Ignition
Prior work on missile, aerospace, or tactical weapon systems
Project management certification (e.g., PMP or Agile Scrum Master) or Six Sigma Green Belt certification
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120600.00 - $224000.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
Standard Job Description
Advanced Manufacturing Technology is looking for a highly motivated team member to join our staff and help transform Lockheed Martin MFC’s manufacturing and development processes by implementing cutting-edge technology, materials, and process improvements. This role will facilitate that growth and optimization by leading the Orlando Automation and Robotics team within the Advanced Manufacturing Technology organization.
In this role, you will work cross-functionally with the campaigns and technology experts in Advanced Manufacturing Technology to drive the research, development, and deployment of innovative automation solutions—including industrial robots, collaborative robots, vision systems, AI-enabled motion planning, and smart manufacturing cells—to enhance throughput, quality, and safety in missile and fire-control production.
You will lead a team of highly capable manufacturing robotics engineers skilled in automation, robotics, and controls engineering practices. Your team will own development and implementation from start to finish, including automation assessments, automation system design, automation integration and testing, automation pilots, and training and handoff of completed systems. This is a high-visibility role that will span all MFC and Lockheed Martin domains to drive major improvements to our manufacturing processes.
You will manage generic research and/or product development involving multiple engineering disciplines, such as electronics, electrical, mechanical, and/or chemical engineering. You will be responsible for coordinating the recruitment, selection, and training of subordinate employees; performance assessments; work assignments; salary decisions; and recognition and disciplinary actions. You will develop and manage annual budgets for development labor, tooling, and technology investments; track expenditures; and report variances to leadership. You will also manage vendor relationships and oversee contracts for robotic system development.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or robotics engineering, or a related field
Experience with industrial and/or collaborative robot platforms (e.g., FANUC, KUKA, and ABB)
Knowledge of vision systems (e.g., Keyence and Cognex), PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Rockwell, and Siemens), and safety-related controls
Strong written and verbal presentation skills; ability to convey technical concepts to both engineering and leadership audiences
Experience in project management
Experience with earned value principles and budget management
Experience with high-volume production lines
Awareness of Lean Six Sigma principles
Desired Skills
Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems (MES), such as DELMIA Apriso
Experience in robot programming (e.g., KAREL, ROS/ROS 2, and URScript)
Experience in robot simulation (e.g., ROBOGUIDE and Visual Components)
Experience with supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, such as Ignition
Prior work on missile, aerospace, or tactical weapon systems
Project management certification (e.g., PMP or Agile Scrum Master) or Six Sigma Green Belt certification
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $120600.00 - $224000.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin209
- TE Connectivity6
- Tesla5
- Carrier3
- Thrivent3
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Manufacturing
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in general manager of engineering jobs.
- 7 or more years of engineering management experience, including leading other managers
- Demonstrated ability to build, scale, and retain high-performing engineering organizations
- Experience owning technical roadmap and aligning it with business strategy
- Proficiency with modern software development practices including CI/CD, agile, and system design
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with product, design, and executive leadership
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field
Tips for Your General Manager of Engineering Job Search
Quantify engineering org scale on your resume
Hiring managers for this role want to know how many engineers you've led, the annual budget you managed, and the complexity of systems under your oversight. Without those numbers, your resume reads like a staff engineer's, not an executive's.
Align your resume to the reporting structure
Some postings have this role reporting to a CTO, others to a COO or CEO. Tailor your resume summary to reflect that audience. A COO wants operational efficiency language. A CTO wants technical vision and architecture credibility.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists general manager of engineering openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by product stage not just industry
A general manager of engineering at a Series B startup faces different problems than one at a Fortune 500. Filter your search by company size and funding stage so your cover letter addresses the actual challenge the team is hiring to solve.
Prepare a build-versus-buy decision example
Interviewers at this level almost always ask how you've handled infrastructure or tooling decisions under resource constraints. Have a concrete example ready that covers your reasoning, the stakeholders you consulted, and the outcome you measured.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate compensation
Before accepting or declining an offer, clarify headcount authority, budget sign-off limits, and whether the role owns roadmap or only executes it. Those structural factors affect your ability to succeed more than the initial salary offer does.
General Manager of Engineering Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most general manager of engineerings?
The most active employers for general manager of engineerings right now are Lockheed Martin, TE Connectivity, and Tesla, and the most openings are in Texas, Florida, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in technology, defense, and industrial manufacturing sectors.
How many general manager of engineering jobs are remote?
About 55% of general manager of engineering openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully remote arrangements are less common than hybrid given the leadership and cross-functional coordination demands of the role. Software and cloud infrastructure sub-disciplines tend to offer more remote flexibility than hardware or operations-heavy functions.
How do you become a general manager of engineering?
Most general managers of engineering move up through senior engineering roles into first-line management, then manage other managers across multiple teams before stepping into a general manager seat. Building credibility in technical decisions, demonstrating consistent delivery at scale, and developing executive communication skills are the main steps. Exposure to P&L ownership or budget management accelerates the path significantly.
Can you get a general manager of engineering role with limited management experience?
It's rare to be hired directly into a general manager of engineering role without prior people management experience, but candidates who have led large cross-functional projects, owned a technical product end-to-end, or served as a staff or principal engineer with informal leadership can make a credible case. Targeting smaller companies or early-stage startups where the title scope is narrower improves your odds.
What does the general manager of engineering interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen, followed by a hiring manager conversation focused on leadership philosophy and org experience. Later rounds usually include a panel with engineering directors, product leadership, and a senior executive, often with a presentation on how you'd approach a specific organizational or technical challenge. Reference checks are standard before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to general manager of engineering jobs?
You can find and apply to general manager of engineering jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and target companies, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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