Long postingLockheed Martin - F-35 Manufacturing Engineering Associate Manager (Detail & Fabrication Planning)Lockheed Martin is seeking a dynamic, results-driven leader to head the Detail & Fabrication Planning team within the Production Engineering (PE) Planning organization. The Associate Manager will guide a diverse group of Manufacturing Planners and CAPP Help-Desk representatives, supporting 1st-shift Production Operations across multiple aircraft programs - including the F-35, F-16, F-22, and C-130. This role partners closely with Production Operations, MRB, Quality, and Installation Planning to develop and maintain high-quality work instructions for both standard and non-standard tasks, while driving continuous-improvement initiatives that elevate PE processes, KPI performance, and overall accountability.
What You'll Do- Mentor and lead a high-performing team of 7+ Manufacturing Planners, 2 CAPP Help-Desk staff and Core Planning Lead.
- Lead PE Planning process improvements, establishing and tracking KPIs while visualizing performance metrics.
- Partner with Production Operations, MRB and Quality to develop precise work instructions for all standard and non-standard fabrication work.
- Guide planners daily and resolve employee matters in collaboration with HR Business Partners, Labor Relations, and Union Stewards.
What's In It For You: 3 day weekends every weekend! From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, https://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/working-here#benefits>Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
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Basic Qualifications- Minimum 3 years of aircraft detail-fabrication planning experience or equivalent aircraft fabrication mechanical/engineering background.
- Proven ability to analyze data sets and define/maintain key performance indicators.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor colleagues and elevate overall team performance
Desired Skills- Manufacturing planning experience - deep knowledge of aircraft detail-fabrication planning processes and procedures.
- 5 + years of management or leadership experience in a detail-fabrication environment or aircraft manufacturing production line.
- Prior experience managing a represented (union) workforce.
- Strong talent-management capabilities, including recruiting, coaching, and performance development.
Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00
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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.
