Standard Job DescriptionTHE 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
- Performs activities involving the producibility and quality of the product, and the processes that directly pertain, encompassing primarily one or more of the following engineering disciplines: failure analysis, industrial, manufacturing, manufacturing equipment, process, product, quality assurance, reliability, supplier quality, Lean Six Sigma, test, and tool.
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 AREYou'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
Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00
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.
