Lockheed Martin

Operations Program Lead / Archbald, PA

Lockheed Martin$77K — $136K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience with 3+ years in professional roles; or a Master's degree with 2+ years of experience; or direct experience in NNPP, IPT, and Program Performance.
  • Demonstrated Full Spectrum Leadership skills.
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Understanding of budgeting, manpower planning, production planning, tooling, and MRP.
  • Strong communication skills across all organizational levels.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance, requiring U.S. citizenship.
  • Ability to achieve CAM certification.

Responsibilities

  • Guide production operations activities across various programs at the Archbald facility.
  • Interface with functional production teams and program/production management to ensure objectives are met.
  • Coordinate timely operational responses for proposals, including Basis of Estimates and spend plans.
  • Lead Make/Buy initiatives to ensure production readiness.
  • Oversee production operations planning for different program types including Development and Production.
  • Plan facilities and capital resources to meet program production needs.
  • Develop and drive production excellence plans and affordability targets.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.
  • 401(k) match and Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Education Assistance.
  • Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.
  • Flexible work schedule options.
Full Job Description
Job Description

You will be a Production Operations Lead for our Lockheed Martin Archbald facility. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality products, and you will play a critical role in ensuring that our production operations meet quality, cost, and schedule objectives.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Production Operations Lead, you will be responsible for guiding production operations activities for any variety of programs within the Archbald facility. As the primary interface between the functional production teams and program/production operations management, you'll provide direction, coordination, communication, support, and leadership to cross-functional production teams to ensure quality, cost, and schedule objectives are met. This will require working closely with various functional groups to include manufacturing engineering, production planning and control, design engineering, test engineering, procurement, configuration management, quality and production teams, as applicable.

The Production Operations Lead must be able to effectively communicate with program management, customers, and all levels of management via verbal and written correspondence and be able to author Program Directives (PDs). You will present the team's performance in Program and Customer Reviews as required. This role will require close coordination with Production Operations leadership and Program Management.

Additional responsibilities include:

  • Proposals lead for Operations; Coordinates timely responses for both recurring and non-recurring efforts including Basis of Estimates (BOEs), spend plans, and conducts reviews with manufacturing leadership prior to submittal
  • Lead Make/Buy efforts
  • Development, coordination, and oversight of Prod Ops planning/execution of various types of programs to include but not limited to: Development, Production, IRAD, NRE, RTG plans, etc.
  • Facilities and capital planning to support program production needs
  • Lead Production Readiness Review (PRR) activities
  • Develop and drive Affordability and Producibility targets, Production Excellence Plans
  • Ensuring production manpower and required resources are in place to execute per the Internal Operation Plan
  • Create and track manufacturing plans/schedules
  • Cost Account Management (CAM) to include EAC/Spend Plan development, as required
  • Develop/support Archbald Red Flag process, as required


Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Archbald. Discover more about our Archbald, Pennsylvania location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent experience/combined education, with 3+ years of professional experience; OR a related Masters degree with 2+ years of professional experience; OR direct proven NNPP, IPT and Program Performance experience
• Demonstrated Full Spectrum Leadership skills
• Experience within a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Budgeting, Manpower planning, Production Planning, Tooling, and MRP
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship
• The ability to become CAM certified

Desired skills
• Previous experience leading in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to collect and verify data from multiple systems (including SAP, Apriso, etc.)
• Experience with Tableau and/or other data reporting tools
• Direct experience with PMTs and the PMT process
• Green Belt Certification
• Demonstrated experience Leading / Coaching / Mentoring / Motivating in teaming environment
• Knowledge of metal fabrication, Electro-Mechanical Assembly, and/or Circuit Card manufacturing
• Experienced with MRP/ERP/Manufacturing planning tools

Work Schedule Information

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
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 $77,700 - $136,965. 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 $89,300 - $154,905. 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.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin Corporation is a global security company that engages in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems and products. It also provides a range of management, engineering, technical, scientific, logistic, and information services. The company operates in four business segments: Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Services, and Space Systems. Lockheed Martin was formed in 1995 from the merger of Lockheed Corporation and Martin Marietta. In September 2008, Lockheed Martin Corporation acquired Aculight Corporation. In January 2009, it completed its acquisition of Universal Systems & Technology, Inc. (UNITECH). In August 2009, it completed its acquisition of Gyrocam Systems LLC (Gyrocam). Gyrocam develops and supplies gyrostabilized optical surveillance systems and sustainment field services, principally to the United States military. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, a unit of the Company's Electronic Systems business area, would manage the Gyrocam business.

Lockheed Martin Careers

Joining Lockheed Martin provides more than just a job opportunity; it offers a platform to be part of a leading team dedicated to advancing global security and aerospace innovation. As a cornerstone of technological prowess, Lockheed Martin invites you to contribute to a legacy of impactful achievements in defense and technology.

Work You’ll Do

At Lockheed Martin, your role will extend beyond fulfilling job responsibilities to reshaping the future of aerospace and defense. Our team at Lockheed Martin is engaged in critical missions that protect citizens and advance the boundaries of science. From engineering to cybersecurity, the opportunities for professional growth are boundless.

Innovate and Lead

Step into a career at Lockheed Martin and you will be at the forefront of innovation and leadership. We empower our employees to lead projects that redefine industry standards and incorporate cutting-edge technology. Lockheed Martin is not just about thinking of the next big idea; it’s about making it a reality.

Professional Growth and Development

Lockheed Martin is committed to the professional growth of every team member. We offer unparalleled career advancement opportunities including professional development, leadership programs, and continuous learning through our Lockheed Martin University. Whether you are looking to advance your skills in engineering, project management, or AI, Lockheed Martin is equipped to take your career to the next level.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe that diversity drives innovation. Lockheed Martin fosters an inclusive culture that embraces diversity in thoughts and experiences. Through diversity training and networking, we ensure that every employee can thrive. Our leadership is committed to building a diverse workforce where everyone is heard, respected, and valued.

Internship and Early Career Opportunities

Kickstart your career with Lockheed Martin’s internship programs. These opportunities allow you to apply your academic knowledge to real-world projects, gaining invaluable industry experience. Internships often lead to full-time positions, as we love to see young professionals grow into future leaders within our company.

Benefits and Culture

Lockheed Martin is renowned for its vibrant culture and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the various needs of our diverse team. From competitive salaries and health benefits to employee wellness programs and flexible working conditions, we ensure that our team is well taken care of, motivated, and healthy.

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Size
114,000 employees
Market Cap
$126.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$6.8 billion
Founded
1995
5 Year Trend
+7.2%
Revenue
$65.3 billion
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