Description:Role Overview
Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Multi-Functional Manufacturing Associate Manager to lead ordnance and inert assembly manufacturing operations at our Courtland, Alabama facility.

In this role, you will manage day-to-day production activities in the Ordnance Building (OB), lead a team of supervisors and technicians, and partner closely with engineering, quality, safety, and program teams to deliver high-quality products on schedule and at cost.

This position is ideal for a hands-on manufacturing leader who enjoys developing people, improving processes, and working in a mission-critical production environment.

Key Duties / Responsibilities
• Lead and support supervisors, technicians, and support staff in daily manufacturing operations
• Manage staffing activities including hiring, training, work assignments, cross-training, performance feedback, and recognition or corrective actions
• Partner with engineering, quality, material control, facilities, program management, and safety teams to meet quality, cost, schedule, and safety goals
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, with a focus on safety, quality, affordability, and on-time delivery
• Maintain strong involvement in day-to-day ordnance and inert assembly production activities
• Coordinate future production planning with Cost Account Managers (CAMs) and Program Plans & Requirements (PPR) teams
• Ensure technicians have the right training, materials, procedures, and tools to perform their work safely and efficiently
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality Engineering to support tooling needs, schedules, and quality requirements
• Use SAP to coordinate service and production orders and ensure materials are available when needed
• Support production planning, quality initiatives, process improvements, and material management activities
• Assist Manufacturing leadership with daily personnel allocation and work prioritization

Work Environment
• On-site role located in Courtland, Alabama
• Manufacturing and production setting within an ordnance facility
• Fast-paced environment requiring regular coordination across multiple teams
• Emphasis on safety, compliance, and precise execution

Company Mission & Program Overview
Lockheed Martin Space develops and delivers advanced technologies that support national security and global stability. Our teams work on programs that matter—supporting missile defense, space exploration, and strategic deterrence.

At the Courtland facility, manufacturing teams play a critical role in producing high-reliability hardware that directly supports these missions.

Why Lockheed Martin
• Work for a global aerospace and defense leader with a long-standing commitment to innovation and integrity
• Be part of an organization that values safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement
• Access to career development, leadership growth, and internal mobility opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits designed to support employees and their families

Why You’ll Love This Role
• Lead meaningful manufacturing work that directly supports critical defense programs
• Make a visible impact by developing people, improving processes, and driving results
• Collaborate with experienced professionals across engineering, quality, and program teams
• Enjoy a leadership role that balances hands-on involvement with strategic planning
• Join a team where accountability, teamwork, and mission focus truly matter
Basic Qualifications:
Candidates must meet all requirements below to be considered.
• Minimum 6 years of professional work experience, including experience in manufacturing or production operations
• Demonstrated experience managing people, schedules, and resources in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to take ownership of work, make decisions, and be accountable for results
• Experience communicating clearly and professionally with employees, cross-functional partners, and senior leaders
• Working knowledge of manufacturing operations such as assembly or fabrication
• Experience following written work instructions and coordinating material or inventory movement
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• Experience or training in Root Cause Analysis
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and provide clear direction while adapting to schedule or priority changes
Desired Skills:
Nice-to-have skills that strengthen a candidate’s application but are not required.
• Experience in ordnance manufacturing and familiarity with ordnance safety practices
• Lean or continuous improvement experience, including LM21 Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification
• Experience fostering a strong culture of accountability and follow-through
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings
• Experience handling classified hardware
• Familiarity with SAP, VE-CAMS, or SAIL software
• Strong attention to detail and ability to carry tasks through to completion
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: 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 Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Management
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First