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Job Title : Oceanography Category / Component: Officer • Both Overview Oceanography (OCEANO) Officers, also called METOC, are the Navy's geophysical experts who understand and apply all facets of meteorology, oceanography, hydrography, bathymetry, geophysics, and precise time and astrometry.
Their mission is to define and apply the physical environment, from the bottom of the ocean to the stars, to ensure the U.S.
Navy has the freedom of action to deter aggression, maintain freedom of the seas, and win wars.
Key Responsibilities Provide timely and relevant support to fleet and joint operations by leading the collection, processing, prediction, exploitation, and dissemination of environmental data.
Ensure safety of navigation, access to denied waters, freedom to maneuver at will, and increase the lethality of Navy forces.
Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large commands of over 400 personnel.
Serve as the one-of-one geophysical expert at an operational command.
What to Expect Serve in a variety of challenging operational billets with increasing scope and responsibility, both at sea and ashore.
The career path interweaves sea, shore, and educational tours.
Sea duty may include leading small team detachments on U.S.
and foreign vessels, serving as the embarked OCEANO Officer on an aircraft carrier or amphibious ship, or serving on a Strike Group or Joint Task Force staff.
Shore tours include assignments at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, Joint commands, the Navy Data Center, and Naval Research Labs.
Work Environment Assignments are worldwide, including Europe, Hawaii, Asia, and the Middle East.
Work environments range from being at sea on surface combatants, survey vessels, aircraft carriers, and amphibious ships to being ashore at major production commands, forecast centers, headquarters, and research facilities.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Initial training includes the 3-week Information Warfare Basic Course (IWBC) and the 7-week Basic Oceanography Accession Training (BOAT).
Officers may also attend Division Officer Leadership Course (DIVOLC).
Postgraduate education at the Naval Postgraduate School is required for officers at the LCDR level and senior, typically as mid-grade Lieutenants.
Promotions to LTJG and LT occur at 2 and 4 years of service, with competitive promotion opportunities to LCDR, CDR, CAPT, and Flag Officer ranks.
Requires a Baccalaureate degree, preferably in a technical field, with a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or greater.
Must have completed a full college calculus series (I and II) with a minimum 'C' average, and a college-level calculus-based physics series (I and II) with a minimum 'B' average.
A desired degree is in physics, physics-based oceanography, meteorology, hydrography, earth science, engineering, or mathematics.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy as an Officer, including United States citizenship A bachelor's or qualifying professional degree Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores on the Officer Aptitude Rating exam Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: Must be qualified for sea duty, world-wide assignable, and eligible for a Top-Secret security clearance.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.
We're seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Heat Treat Process Engineering Supervisor to lead and support all aspects of the heat treatment operations with a focus on quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Heat Treat Process Engineering Supervisor serves as a technical expert responsible for ensuring the proper thermal processing of materials to meet metallurgical and production requirements meeting all CQI-9 requirements. This role includes overseeing furnace operations, audits, documentation, process control, equipment maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The ideal candidate will have strong metallurgical knowledge, heat treat process experience, the ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues, and the ability to manage compliance in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role has direct supervisory responsibility for Lab Technicians, including scheduling, performance management, training, and ensuring compliance with laboratory testing standards and metallurgical validation requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES (Complete):
- Oversee and manage daily heat treat operations including carburizing, hardening, tempering, and stress relieving
- Ensure compliance with AIAG CQI-9: Heat Treat System Assessment (HTSA) and other applicable standards
- Implement and maintain heat treat process control plans per AIAG guidelines
- Conduct and lead CQI-9 self-assessments, audits, and ensure closure of gaps and non-conformances
- Ensure proper setup, calibration, and operation of furnaces and quench systems
- Monitor thermal cycles and maintain control charts, pyrometry data, and process records per CQI-9
- Support system accuracy tests (SAT), temperature uniformity surveys (TUS), and instrumentation calibration activities
- Ensure all documentation meets internal and customer-specific AIAG compliance requirements
- Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality to address process improvements and problem-solving
- Perform metallurgical inspections including hardness testing and microstructure verification
- Provide technical guidance to operators and maintenance personnel on best practices
- Develop and optimize heat treat process parameters including atmosphere control, quench severity, and thermal cycle design to meet metallurgical and dimensional requirements
- Atmosphere verification (Carbon Potential, Dew Point, etc.)
- Distortion Mitigation Strategy
- Develop, implement, and maintain training programs to ensure team competency on heat treat systems and compliance
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for heat treat-related non-conformities
- Utilize Lean Six Sigma principles to drive cost reduction, efficiency, and quality improvements
- Maintain proper traceability and process documentation for internal and external audits
- Provide technical direction for furnace troubleshooting, repair validation, and upgrade initiatives in coordination with Maintenance
- Perform other duties as assigned or required in support of production and quality goals
- Directly supervise Lab Technicians, including daily work assignments and workload balancing
- Approve timecards, PTO, and manage attendance
- Perform other duties as assigned or required in support of production and quality goals
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Action oriented: Demonstrates ownership in solving process and compliance issues
- Self-Motivated: Demonstrates ability to take initiative and drive to achieve results. Proactively drives conformance with CQI-9 requirements and continuous improvement
- Accountability: Demonstrates ability to take responsibility and maintains sense of ownership and follow through on commitments. Sets high standards of performance.
- Communication: Demonstrates ability to convey and distribute information effectively and encompass strong speaking, presentation, written and listening skills. Ability to create an environment for open communication, and communicates clearly across departments regarding heat treat and compliance status
- Teamwork: Demonstrates ability to work well with others to accomplish common goals and build a positive climate and trusting relationships within teams.
- Leadership: Demonstrates ability to give direction, motivate, manage and reward performance, provide constructive feedback and foster individual professional development. Trains and guides operators to follow standard operating procedures and compliance guidelines
- Reliability: Demonstrates dependability, accountability and trust. Follows processes and meets commitments. Delivers consistent process performance and regulatory documentation
- Decision-making: Demonstrates ability to discover opportunities in challenges, seek profit and sustainable growth, make courageous while sound decisions and demonstrate a good business understanding. Applies analytical skills and CQI-9 knowledge to make data-driven decisions
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Thorough understanding of heat treatment principles, metallurgy, and thermal processing equipment
- Working knowledge of CQI-9 audits, checklists, gap closures, and AIAG documentation practices
- Familiarity with control system troubleshooting, PLCs, HMIs, and data logging
- Ability to supervise, mentor, and train heat treat personnel on compliance, safety, and process controls
- Skilled in conducting microstructure analysis and hardness testing to validate process results
- Strong organizational and record-keeping skills for always maintaining audit-readiness
- Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Continuous Improvement
- Physically capable of working in a high-temperature, industrial environment
- Commitment to upholding process integrity and product conformance to specification
WORKING ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- Work involves exposure to high-temperature equipment, hot surfaces, and industrial environments. May encounter fumes, noise, and moving machinery. Personal protective equipment (PPE), including heat-resistant gloves, face protection, and hearing protection, is required. Occasional exposure to quenchants, chemicals, and elevated platforms is expected. Safety training and environmental awareness are critical components of the role.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
- This role has direct supervisory responsibilities.
The demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Materials, Metallurgical, or Manufacturing Engineering required.
- Materials Science or Metallurgical Engineering preferred
- 7+ years of hands-on heat treat or metallurgical experience, preferably in automotive or aerospace manufacturing
- Demonstrated knowledge and application of CQI-9 Heat Treat System Assessment requirements
- Familiarity with AIAG standards and automotive core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA)
- Experience conducting and documenting SAT, TUS, and other pyrometry-related activities
- Experience operating batch and continuous furnaces, quench systems, and thermal processing equipment
- Demonstrates ability to directly supervise lab personnel including assigning work, evaluating performance, managing corrective actions, and developing team capabilities.
- Creates accountability, enforces standards, and drives measurable performance improvements.
- Proficient in hardness testing, blueprint reading, GD&T, and metallurgical inspection techniques
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and plant data collection systems
- Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and analytical skills
- Commitment to safety, quality, and environmental standards
- Ability to lead and train team members on technical and compliance-related topics
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and prioritize effectively
Compensation details: 96 Yearly Salary
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CarMax, the way your career should be!
Now offering a $2,500 Sign-On Bonus.
Only candidates external to CarMax who are hired will qualify to receive the sign on bonus.
CarMax is now hiring Automotive Technicians! Start loving what you do at CarMax
Now offering a $2,500-7,500 Sign-On Bonus.
Only candidates external to CarMax who are hired will qualify to receive the sign on bonus.
Ensure every vehicle is one our customers can rely on
At CarMax, our Automotive Technicians repair and recondition cars to meet CarMax’s high standards. Automotive Technicians use their skills to diagnose, fix and prepare vehicles for our customers. From repairing engines to adjusting steering and suspension and checking brakes, our Automotive Technicians bring out the best in every vehicle. And we’ll help bring out the best in you too, being part of a skilled team, with a clean, modern, climate-controlled environment and production facilities for top-notch reconditioning.
You will also enjoy a generous range of company benefits including:
- Paid time off
- Medical / dental coverage
- 401k with company match
- Vehicle discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- and more!
What you will do – Essential responsibilities
- Automotive Technicians inspect, recondition and repair vehicles to ensure CarMax customers can drive away feeling safe and at ease
- Work as part of a team to solve technical problems quickly and effectively
- Build experience as an automotive mechanic across a wide range of domestic and foreign vehicles
- Follow and promote our high standards of safety, cleanliness and organization
Be part of a team that cares about customers and their cars
CarMax Automotive Technicians work in a fast-paced environment where motivation is key. Working together with other Automotive Technicians you will solve problems, meet deadlines, and deliver great results. CarMax wants you to produce your best work, so we support our associates by providing the equipment you need to get the job done and the feedback that helps you get better every day. We also promote your interest in learning and development by supporting you with training to acquire new skillsets and accreditations.
Qualifications and requirements
- Experience in one or more of the following: engine repair, steering and suspension, brakes, heating and air conditioning
- Knowledge of health and safety compliance
- Manual dexterity and physical stamina, lift heavy objects, and walk and stand for extended periods of time
- Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Good communication skills and attention to detail
- Possession of a valid driver’s license
- Where required by State/Local law, maintain ASE Certifications*
* In California, for Certified Technicians (Mechanical Associate 4) maintain ASE Certification in Engine Repair (A1), Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes (A5), and Heating Air Conditioning (A7)
In California, for Master Certified Technicians (Mechanical Associate 5) maintain ASE Certification in Engine Repair (A1), Transmission/Transaxle (A2), Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3), Steering and Suspension (A4), Brakes (A5), Electrical (A6), Heating Air Conditioning (A7) and Engine Performance (A8).
About CarMax
CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinking around the way cars are bought and sold has helped us become the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide.
Our amazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences. Along the way, we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and are one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®.
CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The hourly rate for this position is:
$28.60 - $47.68Benefits:
Except as otherwise required by state law, CarMax Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.
Associates that are considered full-time hourly or commission/incentive eligible:
- To earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year accrued on a per pay period basis and between 80 hours and 200 hours per year of vacation time after a 90 day waiting period depending on years of continuous service with the Company.
- For 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate does work on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay.
Associates considered full-time salaried are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. subject to manager approval.
For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.
Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.
712844BR
Date posted:
Feb. 15, 2026
Description:
This position may be eligible for a $25K sign on bonus for external hires!
WHAT WE'RE DOING
Lockheed Martin, Rotary Mission Systems Cyber & Intelligence invites you to step up to one of today's most daunting challenges: the use of advanced electronics to undermine our way of life. As a cyber security professional at Lockheed Martin, you'll protect the networks that our citizens and the world depend upon each minute: Financial assets. Healthcare information. Critical infrastructure. Hazardous materials. The uninterrupted flow of energy that keeps modern life moving. Here, you'll work with cybersecurity experts on the forefront of threat protection and proactive prevention. In this fast-paced, real-world environment, you'll draw on all your education and experience as well as the resources of Lockheed Martin to keep the threats at bay.
Cyber | Lockheed Martin
WHO WE ARE
The program is on fire for cyber. In support of our customer, members of the team are responsible for providing full lifecycle support including analysis, design, development, integration, testing, procurement, deployment, security, training and sustainment for collection and antenna systems.
WHY JOIN US
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
We support our employees, so they can support our mission.
THE WORK
As a Software Engineer you will:
• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements
• Debug existing software and correct defects
• Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards
• Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features
• Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments
This position is participating in our
External Referral Program
. If you know somebody who may be a fit, click here to submit a referral. If your referral is hired, you'll receive a $3000 payment! Code extrefer.
#RMSIL2026
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 2 years of professional experience; or no experience required with a related Masters degree. Considered experienced, but still a learner.
• Candidate must possess active security clearance with a polygraph.
Desired Skills:
• C++
• Python
• Kubernetes
Clearance Level:
TS/SCI w/Poly SP
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:
9x80 every other Friday off
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $86,100 - $151,800. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
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.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.
As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level:
Experienced Professional
Business Unit:
RMS
Relocation Available:
Possible
Career Area:
Software Engineering
Type:
Task Order/IDIQ
Shift:
First
712393BR
Date posted:
Mar. 12, 2026
Description:
This position may be eligible for a $25K sign on bonus for external hires!
What We're Doing:
Lockheed Martin, Cyber & Intelligence invites you to step up to one of today's most daunting challenges: the use of advanced electronics to undermine our way of life. As a cyber security professional at Lockheed Martin, you'll protect the networks that our citizens and the world depend upon each minute: Financial assets. Healthcare information. Critical infrastructure. Hazardous materials. The uninterrupted flow of energy that keeps modern life moving. Here, you'll work with cybersecurity experts on the forefront of threat protection and proactive prevention. In this fast-paced, real-world environment, you'll draw on all your education and experience as well as the resources of Lockheed Martin to keep the threats at bay.
Cyber | Lockheed Martin
Who we are:
Our team is solving the tough challenges and pushing the boundaries of technology to help our customer achieve its mission.
#RMSC6ISR
Why Join Us:
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
We support our employees, so they can support our mission.
The Work:
As a Java Software Engineer, you will:
• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements
• Debug existing software and correct defects
• Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards
• Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features
• Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments
• Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories
• Write or review software and system documentation
• Serve as team lead at the level appropriate to the software development process being used on any particular project
• Design or implement complex database or data repository interfaces/queries
• Develop or implement algorithms to meet or exceed system performance and functional standards
• Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components
• Develop software solutions by analyzing system performance standards, confer with users or system engineers; analyze systems flow, data usage and work processes; and investigate problem areas
• Modify existing software to correct errors, to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance
• Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design
• Design or implement complex algorithms requiring adherence to strict timing, system resource, or interface constraints; Perform quality control on team products
• Implement recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards
• Oversee one or more software development teams and ensure the work is completed in accordance with the constraints of the software development process being used on any particular project
• Confer with system engineers and hardware engineers to derive software requirements and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces
• Coordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure operational specifications are met
• Recommend new technologies and processes for complex software projects
• Serve as the technical lead of multiple software development teams
• Select the software development process in coordination with the customer and system engineering
• Ensure quality control of all developed and modified software
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university
or Four (4) years of additional software engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• Current DoD Top Secret SCI with Polygraph.
• Minimum Fifteen (15) years of experience Software Engineer (SWE)
Required:
Front End Developer
10+ years using the following
- Javascript
- Typescript
- React
- Java, Spring Framework
Desired Skills:
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- Rabbit MQ
- TomCat Admin
Clearance Level:
TS/SCI w/Poly SP
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:
9x80 every other Friday off
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $150,800 - $265,880. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
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.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's 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:
RMS
Relocation Available:
No
Career Area:
Software Engineering
Type:
Full-Time
Shift:
First
Technical Lead, Carbon Process Development
Location: Walkersville, MD (on-site position)
Build a First-of-Its-Kind Domestic Carbon Platform
An advanced materials venture in Maryland is launching a pilot facility to commercialize a proprietary carbon-conversion process that will establish a fully domestic supply of high-performance synthetic graphite and related materials.
Backed by experienced technical leadership and validated bench-scale chemistry, the team is now entering equipment procurement and pilot plant commissioning. This role offers the opportunity to translate proven chemistry into stable production and help build the technical foundation for commercial expansion.
What You Will Do
In this hands-on role, you will:
- Translate bench-validated chemistry into pilot-scale operating conditions
- Define and refine process parameters and material targets
- Support equipment selection, process design decisions, acceptance testing, and commissioning
- Develop and execute structured test plans to improve yield and consistency
- Interpret material characterization data (XRD, Raman, SEM, GDMS)
- Troubleshoot high-temperature thermal and chemical purification systems
- Establish documentation, safety rigor, and repeatable operating procedures
- Collaborate closely with operations and senior technical leadership
What Success Looks Like
At 6 months:
- Core pilot equipment installed and commissioning underway
- Initial operating parameters defined and tested
- Structured troubleshooting framework in place
At 12 months:
- Stable pilot production achieved
- Process variability reduced
- Data-driven optimization implemented
- Technical foundation established for commercial replication
What You Bring
We are targeting high-performing technical leaders with 7–12 years of experience who are ready to assume expanded ownership in a pilot-scale, high-growth environment.
Experience in graphite is welcome but not required.
Strong candidates may currently hold titles such as:
Senior Process Engineer • Process Development Engineer • Pilot Plant Engineer • Chemical Process Engineer
Highly relevant backgrounds include:
Rare earth chemical separation and slurry systems • Acid leaching and mineral extraction circuits • High-temperature ceramics • Boron or refractory materials processing • Powder handling and purification systems
The strongest candidates will demonstrate:
- Experience bringing new processes or pilot plants online in early-stage environments
- Technical depth paired with practical, hands-on execution
- Ownership mindset with long-term growth orientation
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline required.
- Master’s or PhD welcomed but not required.
Operating Environment
This is an early-stage pilot-scale operation. Success requires:
- Comfort operating in a fast-moving build environment while helping establish and refine core systems.
- Sound technical decision-making in a small, high-accountability team
- Startup or pilot plant experience is highly valued
Travel - Minimal travel expected travel
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $140-160K, commensurate with experience
- Bonus: 10% annual performance bonus
- Eligible for Long-Term Incentive plan
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, company-paid STD, LTD, and Life insurance.
Work Authorization
Candidates must qualify as a U.S. Person as defined under applicable U.S. export control regulations (such as U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents/green card holders, or other protected individuals). Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.
Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.
What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.
Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.
Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.
