Job Description

What You Will Be Doing
• Support the diagnosis of operational performance gaps by analyzing end-to-end processes and helping identify bottlenecks, constraints, and sources of variability across production and support functions
• Conduct data-driven root cause analyses (e.g., yield loss, downtime, rework, cycle time variation) and help translate findings into actionable improvement opportunities
• Assist in optimizing throughput and flow by applying foundational concepts such as capacity analysis, line balancing, and constraint identification
• Support cost and productivity improvement initiatives by analyzing labor, waste, and efficiency drivers across manufacturing and support operations
• Contribute to the design and implementation of Lean and continuous improvement solutions, including standard work, visual management, and daily management systems
• Support production planning and scheduling improvements, including analysis of sequencing logic, WIP levels, and on-time delivery performance
• Work closely with frontline teams on the shop floor to understand current processes, test ideas, and support implementation of improvements
• Help develop performance management tools, including KPIs, dashboards, and reporting routines to track operational performance
• Support digital and systems initiatives, including data collection, MES enhancements, and automation of reporting processes
• Help quantify impact of initiatives by tracking improvements in key metrics such as throughput, cycle time, utilization, and cost per unit
• Build foundational capabilities in problem-solving and continuous improvement by working closely with operators, supervisors, and project leaders

Schedule for this Position: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader with flexibility for additional hours expected based on workload

Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, Economics, or a related field
• 3-5 years of professional experience in consulting, internal consulting, manufacturing operations, or a related analytical role
• Proven ability to structure complex problems, analyze data, and drive actionable recommendations
• Experience leading key components of projects
• Strong proficiency in Excel for modeling and analysis; familiarity with Python, SQL, Tableau, or other analytics tools is a plus
• Strong communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly to stakeholders
• Hands-on experience in operational environments, including collaboration with frontline teams
• Ability to travel as needed to support projects across sites

Desired skills
• Experience in consulting or internal consulting teams focused on operational transformation, process improvement, or performance excellence
• Demonstrated success leading continuous improvement, cost reduction, or operational optimization initiatives
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence methodologies
• Deep understanding of operations concepts such as throughput, bottlenecks, cycle time, and capacity management
• Experience using analytics to support decision-making and quantify impact
• Demonstrated leadership and ownership in high-performance, team-based environments
• Comfort navigating ambiguous, fast-paced environments and influencing stakeholders at all levels

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 $81,600 - $143,865. 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 $93,800 - $162,610. 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.