Standard Job DescriptionTHE WORKThe Build Supervisor is the central leader responsible for directing all build activities of the CH-53K aircraft within Final Assembly. Reporting to the Production Manager, the supervisor ensures that assembly functions operate cohesively to meet schedule, quality, cost, and safety objectives. This role blends hands-on technical oversight with comprehensive people-management, driving continuous improvement and fostering a high-performance culture.
Production Leadership- Direct daily operations of multiple functional work cells (machining, sub-assembly, tooling & die, packaging).
- Develop and maintain the build schedule; monitor progress and adjust resources to achieve on-time delivery.
- Ensure compliance with Lockheed Martin manufacturing standards, engineering change directives, and configuration control.
People Management- Supervise 20-30 hourly associates across functional areas.
- Conduct performance assessments, provide coaching, and administer recognition or disciplinary actions as needed.
Process & Quality Assurance- Oversee work-instruction adherence, tooling readiness, and equipment calibration.
- Partner with Quality Assurance to resolve non-conformances, drive root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
Resource & Cost Management- Manage labor allocation, overtime, and shift coverage to balance productivity and cost.
- Review and approve labor and material cost reports; identify cost-saving opportunities.
Safety & Compliance- Enforce Lockheed Martin safety policies, OSHA regulations, and aircraft-specific safety standards.
- Conduct regular safety briefings, hazard assessments, and incident investigations.
Cross-Functional Coordination- Liaise with Engineering, Procurement, Logistics, and Program Management to align build plans with design changes, supplier deliveries, and program milestones.
- Participate in weekly production reviews, providing status updates and risk-mitigation plans.
Success Metrics- On-time delivery of aircraft build milestones.
- Target labor productivity (hours per aircraft).
- Safety performance (Zero Lost-Time Incidents)
Please Note: This is a Second Shift role.
WHO YOU AREYou are a leader with a proven track record of guiding teams toward operational excellence and a commitment to maintaining rigorous safety and quality standards. Your ability to navigate complex assembly environments and leverage technical systems makes you an ideal fit for this supervisory role.
Basic Qualifications- Experience & Skills
- Demonstrated leadership experience (e.g., project lead, team lead, community or military service).
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to obtain a security clearance when required.
- Willingness to relocate for rotational assignments.
Desired SkillsKnowledge of SAP preferred, not required.
Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $81500.00 - $151300.00
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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.
