Job Description
THE WORK
Sikorsky Innovations is at the forefront of multiple transformational initiatives across the Sikorsky portfolio. One of our high priority focus areas is the Advanced Manufacturing & Future Factory program - a cutting edge, highly automated production environment that integrates innovative design methods, next generation materials, and smart manufacturing technologies. We are seeking a leader to develop and shape the strategy for our next generation of rotorcraft designs.
As a key leader of our design team you will:
• Develop both design methods and manufacturing methods for automated assembly of major aircraft components
• Work with operations team to design future factories
• Work with design teams to optimize designs for future factories
Please Note: US citizenship required as most programs and projects assigned are ITAR restricted.
Basic Qualifications
• Experience: Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in advanced manufacturing, with a proven record of leading large scale, highly automated production programs.
• Design for Advanced Manufacturing (DfAM): Demonstrated expertise in translating design concepts into manufacturable, cost effective components using modern DfM principles.
• Rotorcraft Knowledge: Direct experience with aerostructures and dynamic components (e.g., rotor blades, hubs, gearboxes) for rotorcraft platforms.
Desired skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and contribute to the development of innovative solutions
• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field; a focus on manufacturing, composites, or aerospace structures is preferred.
Work Schedule Information
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.
National Pay Statement
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 $144,600 - $255,070. 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.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $166,400 - $288,305. 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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
