Provide overall leadership and direction to a represented workforce managed by a cross-functional salary team across three shifts.
Ensure seamless operations by identifying and resolving production constraints and implementing strategies to mitigate bottlenecks.
Oversee workforce planning, scheduling, and execution to meet production objectives.
Drive process improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
Promote a culture of accountability, ensuring employees understand their roles and responsibilities while being held to performance expectations.
Engage employees at all levels, providing coaching, feedback, and professional development to create a high-performing team.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and company policies.
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to enhance operational effectiveness and resolve production challenges.
Utilize lean manufacturing principles to drive operational excellence.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Leadership impact—manage a large team and play a critical role in F-35 production operations.
Work in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment with opportunities to shape and optimize production processes.
Be part of a world-class aerospace and defense company known for innovation and operational excellence.
Professional growth—opportunities to expand leadership capabilities and advance within Lockheed Martin.
Work on cutting-edge aerospace programs that support national security and global defense.

A proven leader with experience managing large-scale manufacturing operations.
An effective communicator who can engage and motivate a diverse workforce.
A strategic thinker with the ability to identify constraints, drive process improvements, and enhance operational efficiency.
Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.
A team builder who fosters a culture of accountability and professional growth.

Fort Worth, TX
This position is in Fort Worth, TX  Discover Fort Worth.

Experience leading in a manufacturing or production environment.
Experience managing represented employees in a union environment.
Strong background in F-35 production operations.

Demonstrated ability to identify and manage production constraints to optimize workflow.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and process optimization.
Ability to collaborate across functions to resolve production challenges.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Experience leading multi-shift operations.
Knowledge of SAP, MES, or other manufacturing execution systems.
Proven track record of driving efficiency improvements and reducing waste.
Experience overseeing large-scale aerospace or defense manufacturing.
Previous Lockheed Martin leadership experience is a plus.
Candidate will have an advanced level of knowledge of Earned Value Management System, Problem Solving, and various reporting tools.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Other Important Information
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to work remotely
Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

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.

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 $106,100 - $187,105. 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.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $122,000 - $211,485. 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.

Multi-Functional Manufacturing Manager (Level 5)

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