Job Description
THE WORK
As a Continuous Improvement Engineer in the Production Operations APEX office, you'll be a key catalyst for change, partnering with teams across Operations to identify and implement impactful business improvements. Your role will include:
Leading and supporting continuous improvement projects across all areas of Operations
Applying Lean, Six Sigma, and Industrial Engineering techniques to reduce waste and enhance processes
Serving as a business partner to Performance Management Teams (PMTs), guiding them in problem solving, conflict resolution, and alignment with key performance goals
Defining project scopes, measuring ROI, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and tracking key metrics
Motivating and influencing cross-functional teams to drive a culture of excellence
Supporting communication and change management strategies to ensure project success and long-term sustainability
Participating in and sometimes leading special initiatives that require a strong foundation in project management and continuous improvement methodologies
WHO YOU ARE
You're a passionate, results-driven professional with a talent for seeing the big picture and the small details. You're energized by identifying inefficiencies and leading efforts to eliminate them - all while building strong partnerships and influencing change across an organization. You bring:
Experience with Lean, Six Sigma (preferably certified), and/or Industrial Engineering
Strong communication, facilitation, and team leadership skills
Proven project management experience with a track record of driving measurable results
The ability to motivate others, resolve conflict, and align stakeholders toward a shared vision
A continuous improvement mindset with a desire to make a tangible impact across the business
Basic Qualifications
- 3+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
- Prior work in a production environment
- Demonstrates past experience in project management and leading teams
- Prior experience developing project business cases
Desired skills
- Demonstrates ability to pull data from various sources, interpret, and develop actionable insights
- Past experience collaborating cross-functionally and working in a team environment
- Strong communication, presentation, and leadership skills
Competent in using Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certified
- Previous knowledge of LM APEX and initiatives and/or Sikorsky Production System
- Experience working with a represented work force
- Understanding of Cost Account Manager (CAM) principles and Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Prior work experience in a continuous improvement role
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 $77,700 - $136,965. 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 $89,300 - $154,905. 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.
