Lockheed Martin

Project Management & Planning Operations Mgr - L5

Lockheed Martin$145K — $269K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Familiarity with Agile and traditional project methodologies.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in fast-paced environments.
  • Ability to manage shifting priorities and resolve emergencies swiftly.
  • Proficient in MS Office and SAP; quick learner of job-specific software.
  • Proven track record in leading continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.
  • Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience, or 6 years with a related Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

  • Lead initiatives to improve Sikorsky material operations.
  • Implement and enhance Thinaer system functionalities.
  • Oversee SMCC dashboards and ensure metric accuracy.
  • Negotiate and manage Logistics and Warehousing contracts.
  • Identify and execute annual improvement initiatives.
  • Conduct MMAS audits and complete necessary CAPs.
  • Manage financial forecasting and transactional operations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Flexible work arrangements, including 4-day work weeks.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
  • Support for parental leave and education assistance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) benefits.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Full Job Description
As the core material logistics project manager, the chosen candidate will be responsible for leading project initiatives aimed at improving Sikorsky material operations. This role is primarily reponsible for the following: • Thinaer system implementation and improvement • SMCC Product Owner & metric dashboards maintenance and upgrades • Warehousing and Logistics Contract negotiations and management • Identification and implementation of annual improvement initiatives • MMAS audits and CAP completions • 53E PBL Team (New Bern NC) • Transactional / Financial forecasting Manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Oversees the status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reports. Monitors the assessment of project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. Insures the development of mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients. Basic Qualifications • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Understanding of Agile and Traditional project methodologies along project life cycle. • Requires strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills in a high volume work environment. • Must have ability to respond quickly and effectively to shifting priorities and emergency situations that could adversely impact customers. • Requires proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS office applications and SAP with the ability to learn new programs that may be job specific. • Must have demonstrated ability to lead continuous improvement /Lean efforts and cost reduction initiatives. • Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 8 years of professional experience; or 6 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree. Desired Skills • Aerospace Experience • JIRA: Familiarity with JIRA, maintaining boards and ticket creation • Six Sigma Green/Black Belt: Leading and supporting process improvement events • PMP Certification • Experience with tools: • Thinaer • SAP • Solumina • LMP2P • Confluence Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $145100.00 - $269500.00 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.

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.

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Net Income
$6.8 billion
Founded
1995
5 Year Trend
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Revenue
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