Job Description
THE WORK
This position will have dual responsibilities:
Position Overview
The PFF Operations Manager will assume dual responsibilities in the performance of duties as the Beaufort Pilot Fit Facility Site Lead and the Global Pilot Fit Facility (PFF) Operations manager. In Beaufort, the role oversees all pilot fit facility activities at MCAS Beaufort, SC, coordinating with the local customer, LM Site Lead, Academic Training Center Manager, and schedulers to support United States Marine Corps F-35 pilot throughput. Globally, the manager directs PFF operations across all CONUS and OCONUS F-35 pilot fit facilities, focusing on leadership, people management, enforcing operational policy, strategy, supply chain, and project management to ensure seamless delivery of pilot-fitting services worldwide while acting as the liaison between operational, logistical and program management pilot flight equipment IPT.
Core Responsibilities
1. Leadership & People Management
• Direct, coordinate, and exercise functional authority for all PFF and Pilot Flight Equipment (PFE) personnel (recruitment, onboarding, training, performance assessments, work assignments, compensation, and recognition/disciplinary actions).
• Inspire and develop the PFF and PFE organization to achieve high performance standards while embodying Lockheed Martin's core values of Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, and Teamwork.
2. Operational Policy & Strategy
• Formulate, implement, and continuously improve policies, procedures, and best practices for every CONUS and OCONUS PFF location.
• Make strategic decisions on capacity planning, facility utilization, and training mission integration in close collaboration with the Logistics and Program Management team.
• Work with the PFF Scheduler to coordinate Day 1 and Day 2 fittings for USMC pilots, ensuring seamless hand off from ATC schedules.
• Manage inventory of Below the Neck (BTN) and Above the Neck (HMD) assets, track pilot throughput, and support ALIS profile updates for component removal/installation.
3. Project Management
• Lead or support all PFF related projects (facility upgrades, equipment refreshes, new site stand ups) from concept through close out.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies; monitor milestones and report status to senior leadership.
• Coordinate cross functional teams (Engineering, Logistics, IT, Training, Customer Representatives) to ensure deliveries are met on time, within scope, and within budget.
4. Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
• Facilitate regular customer reviews, capture feedback, and translate requirements into actionable improvement plans.
5. Continuous Improvement & Compliance
• Conduct periodic performance reviews, root cause analyses, and corrective action processes to drive operational excellence.
• Ensure all PFF activities comply with Lockheed Martin corporate policies, government contract terms, and applicable safety and quality standards (ISO 9001, AS9100).
Basic Qualifications
-Experience in forecasting and trend analysis.
-Ability to respond quickly in a rapidly changing environment and adjust initiatives and priorities accordingly.
-Experience compiling data analytics and presenting to leadership.
Ability to work remotely
Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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 $104,500 - $184,115. 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 $120,100 - $208,150. 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.
