Description:This position is to support the sUAS Portfolio in the production operations organization which includes multiple platforms, programs, and physical site locations. The role requires understanding of all technical aspects of the build process, interfacing with program engineering, ME, IE, Tool Design, Quality, Prod Control, SCM, and MRP to ensure a smooth build process.

Essential Responsibilities include:
• Developing technical programmatic approach and strategy for manufacturing execution.
• Supporting the development of offer to sell proposal and execution strategy for new build programs.
• Driving technical trade studies and assessments to define program execution plans.
• Providing Schedule Review Board and Make/Buy Board with required info and serve as Program POC while also driving Strategic Sourcing and Commodity Offload.
• Working with Build Team Leads to tackle daily issues, reduce constraints, and drive to execute
program requirements.
• Standing-in for Build Team Lead during Program Management and Customer reviews.
• Ensuring MBOM parts reach “negotiable” status on production floor (working with Engineering, PC, Planning, SCM, NC Programming, MRP, back shops).
• Managing work-around plans and schedule impact as needed, coordinating through First Line Leader. Calculate/determine and communicate schedule impact to IE and stakeholders. Working with ME team on special tools and procedures required.
• Participating in correction action triage and complete root cause analysis assignments as required

What’s In It For You:
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.

This position is in Palmdale, CA  Discover Palmdale.
Basic Qualifications:
• Production experience
• Experimental or prototype manufacturing experience
•Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance per business requirements; AND the the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access
•Interim clearance required to start
•Must meet at least one of the desired skillsets
•Ability to travel 10%
Desired Skills:
• 3 Years of professional experience
• Associate’s degree in aviation, manufacturing, engineering or related discipline
• Ability to read, interpret, and review engineering drawings and models
• Experience with 3D CAD software such as 3DX, Solidworks, CATIA V5, or PTC Creo
• Strong understanding of build‑process flow (assembly, testing, verification)
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six‑Sigma, or continuous‑improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of MBOM (Manufacturing Bill of Materials) creation and negotiation
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
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 $85,500 - $150,765. 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 $98,300 - $170,315. 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.
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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First