Production Operations Lead

Job Description:

Description:You will be the Production Operations Lead for the Precision Fires team. Our team is responsible for integrating production operations strategies, developing transition plans, and executing the successful production of the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) across multiple Lockheed Martin manufacturing facilities.

What You Will Be Doing
As the Production Operations Lead, you will be responsible for managing all program aspects related to production operations and manufacturing, with an emphasis on design for producibility and positioning products for full life cycle success. You will lead and drive the achievement of the most producible solutions for customers, delivering scalable manufacturing solutions and leading transition to production activities.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Identifying risks and opportunities to maximize throughput and manufacturability
• Developing site capacity plans, proposal estimates, and multi-site execution plans
• Analyzing and developing plans for program rate increases, monitoring cost/performance, and understanding material deliveries
• Working as Cost Account Manager (CAM) for tooling and other transition efforts
• Identifying and implementing creative solutions to maximize production, such as process updates and engineering changes
• Coordinating FAI and PLV activities, and working with engineering on critical drawing changes

Why Join Us
As a collaborative and strategic leader, you will thrive in this fast-paced role, driving the success of the PrSM program and contributing to the development of innovative manufacturing solutions. With a focus on design for producibility and full life cycle success, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the production of precision strike missiles. If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for leadership and manufacturing, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team and contribute to the success of our Precision Fires programs.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - A company-sponsored interim secret is required to start.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree
• A broad base of knowledge regarding electronic, electromechanical, mechanical production, and assembly operations with general manufacturing processes
• A broad base of knowledge of setting up new production line / facility
• Demonstrated skills in team building and leading through influence
• Previous leadership experience
• Ability to obtain a clearance; an Interim clearance is required to start.
• Experience with SAP
Desired Skills:
• Related professional level career experience in production operations.
• Production Operations leadership experience.
• Experience in program execution with emphasis on cross-functional collaboration and leadership.
• Experience in capacity & capital planning.
• Understanding and wide application of assembly and Test methods.
• First Unit Flow planning & execution
• Manufacturing & Test Statement of Work and Proposal development experience
• Experience with Make-Buy Generation
• Experience in the design of manufacturing processes, procedures, and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, machining and material handling.
• Earned Value Management System Cost Account Manager (EVMS CAM) Certification or cost analysis experience
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization including to non-technical personnel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to travel domestic and/or international
• Experience managing, contributing to, and executing proposals and/or affordability initiatives
• Experience with development programs
• A clear understanding of the production processes employed within Lockheed Martin
• Current Active Secret Clearance
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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 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 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: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

• Related professional level career experience in production operations.
• Production Operations leadership experience.
• Experience in program execution with emphasis on cross-functional collaboration and leadership.
• Experience in capacity & capital planning.
• Understanding and wide application of assembly and Test methods.
• First Unit Flow planning & execution
• Manufacturing & Test Statement of Work and Proposal development experience
• Experience with Make-Buy Generation
• Experience in the design of manufacturing processes, procedures, and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, machining and material handling.
• Earned Value Management System Cost Account Manager (EVMS CAM) Certification or cost analysis experience
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization including to non-technical personnel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to travel domestic and/or international
• Experience managing, contributing to, and executing proposals and/or affordability initiatives
• Experience with development programs
• A clear understanding of the production processes employed within Lockheed Martin
• Current Active Secret Clearance
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification

Job Ident #: 79326638464

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

Grand Prairie, Texas, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

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