Job Description
Lockheed Martin is seeking a dynamic and results-driven F-35 Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a team within the F-35 Production Engineering (PE) organization. This role is responsible for managing the team currently known as Strategic Corrective Action (SCA) and leading the team through an exciting period of transformation. The team will continue to have a core competency in working initiatives aimed at reducing Rework and Repair (R&R) across F-35 production. As the strategic arm of Production Engineering, this team will be expanding its scope to address three main pillars of Production Engineering: Corrective Action, Compliance and Continuous Improvement.
- Compliance: the team will implement controls within PE to ensure that processes and procedures are being executed per intent and that they are supporting business needs. This includes ICA, BTP review, iCAR coordination, Aero Code and Program Instruction Updates.
- Corrective Action: tactical support for Production Operations and other ME teams, including surge capacity, proactive R&R avoidance initiatives, align with the R&R council and serve as Subject Matter Experts across various skillsets within PE
- Continuous Improvement: grow the team in Lean/Six Sigma adoption including development of both Green and Black Belts and utilize this methodology to solve complex problems within the Production system.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
• Leadership & Team Development: Recruit, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of Manufacturing Engineers, ensuring strong execution of strategic initiatives.
• Strategic Problem-Solving: Drive RCCA initiatives to systematically reduce R&R, enhancing overall production efficiency.
• Project Management: Establish and oversee project execution plans, ensuring milestones are achieved on time and within budget.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with production engineers, production operations, supplier quality, and other stakeholders to address key R&R drivers.
• Executive Reporting: Provide briefings and updates to executive leadership on the progress of critical projects.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
• Lead strategic initiatives that have a direct impact on F-35 program success and operational efficiency.
• Gain high-visibility leadership experience by collaborating with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Opportunity to drive long-term process improvements and contribute to cutting-edge aerospace manufacturing.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career growth opportunities within Lockheed Martin's global enterprise.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
Who You Are
• A strategic thinker who thrives on solving complex manufacturing challenges.
• A proactive leader who builds high-performing teams and drives accountability.
• A strong communicator who can engage stakeholders at all levels, from production teams to executive leadership.
• A process-driven professional with a passion for continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• A problem solver who leverages data analytics and RCCA methodologies to enhance production efficiency.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications
• 5+ years of Manufacturing Engineering and/or Production Operations experience in AeroSpace, Defense or other similar industry
• Project management experience
• Experience leading a cross-functional team
Desired skills
• Talent management experience
• Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) expertise
• Previous leadership experience in either a technical lead or leadership 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 $117,200 - $206,770. 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 $134,900 - $233,680. 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.
