C130J Flightline Completion Manager - Level 5

Lockheed Martin; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking a C130J Flightline Completion Manager in Marietta, GA to oversee all flightline processes for C130J aircraft. You will manage avionics checkout, fuel tests, engine runs, and final inspections prior to sale and delivery, while coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure on-time performance.

You will lead daily work plans, prioritize tasks to meet delivery schedules, and communicate priorities across shifts.

Qualifications

• Managing on a flightline.
• Knowledgeable on LM process and procedures.
• Experience managing multi discipline teams.
• C130J system experience and knowledge.
• Experience managing on a C130J flightline.

Responsibilities

• Oversee avionics checkout, fuel functional checkout, engine runs, system checkouts, and final inspections.
• Direct flightline workflow and prioritize daily aircraft work flow to meet delivery goals.
• Review and finalize daily work plans, reallocating resources as needed to achieve daily objectives.
• Escalate constraints that cannot be resolved at the manager level and communicate priorities.

Skills

Managing on a flightline

LM process and procedures

Experience managing multi discipline团队

C130J system experience

Flightline management

Job description

Standard Job Description You will be the C130J Flightline Completion Manager for the Flightline Completion team which is responsible for managing C130J aircraft through all flightline processes.

Standard Job Description You will be the C130J Flightline Completion Manager for the Flightline Completion team which is responsible for managing C130J aircraft through all flightline processes.

What You Will Be Doing

As the C130J Flightline Completion Manager you will be responsible for overseeing avionics checkout, fuel functional checkout, engine runs, system checkouts, and final aircraft inspections prior to sale and delivery.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Directly manage C130J aircraft through the complete flightline workflow, ensuring all checks and tests are completed.
• Prioritize daily aircraft work flow based on delivery dates and flight test schedules to meet Long Range Plan goals.
• Review and finalize daily work plans, reallocating resources as needed to achieve daily objectives.
• Conduct end-of-shift tie-ins, communicate priorities to the next shift manager, and provide feedback for continuous improvement.
• Escalate constraints that cannot be resolved at the manager level in a timely manner.

What’s In It For You

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. 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.

Who You Are

You are a decisive, detail‑oriented leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You excel at coordinating cross‑functional teams, making data‑driven decisions, and driving continuous improvement. Your deep understanding of aircraft systems and flightline operations enables you to deliver quality results on schedule. You value collaboration, safety, and integrity, and you are motivated by the impact your work has on mission success.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN -This position is located at a facility that requiresspecial access.

This position is in Marietta, GA Discover Marietta.

Supervises the interior completion of aircraft to include sub-assemblies, avionics, mechanics, and aircraft production sites. Ensures customer, engineering, and FAA specifications and regulations are met. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.

Basic Qualifications

• Managing on a flightline
• Knowledgeable on LM process and procedures
• Experience managing multi discipline teams

Desired Skills

• C130J system experience and knowledge
• Experience managing on a C130J flightline

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $109700.00 - $203700.00

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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.