Multifunctional Manufacturing Sr Mgr - L6

Lockheed Martin; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 135,000 - 251,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Annual incentive programs

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Troy, AL seeks an experienced Production Operations Senior Manager to oversee manufacturing operations for aerostructures. You will lead salary and hourly personnel, drive process improvements, and coordinate cross-functional support to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of airframe components.

The role emphasizes leadership, cost management, and collaboration across engineering, quality, and logistics to support MH-60R/ MH-60T programs.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of management and supervisory experience, with 5-7 years in manufacturing (aerospace preferred).

Responsibilities

• Oversee manufacturing operations for the Troy, Alabama facility handling aerostructures.
• Lead salary and hourly manufacturing employees in assembly of airframe components.
• Develop and implement process improvements for on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Coordinate Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Management, Quality, and Logistics support.
• Manage direct and indirect costs and monitor customer deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Management experience

Manufacturing expertise

Communication

Analytical skills

Aerospace industry experience

Collective bargaining knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Six Sigma knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

B.S./B.A. in engineering or related technical field; MS/MBA with Operations concentration (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

What We’re Doing

At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, we are dedicated to building advanced helicopters that meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and reliability. The Sikorsky Aerostructures Product Center is responsible for the manufacture, procurement, and assembly of helicopter airframe structures and plays a critical role in supporting our customer deliveries.

Standard Job Description

What We’re Doing

At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, we are dedicated to building advanced helicopters that meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and reliability. The Sikorsky Aerostructures Product Center is responsible for the manufacture, procurement, and assembly of helicopter airframe structures and plays a critical role in supporting our customer deliveries.

The Work

As the Production Operations Senior Manager, you will oversee manufacturing operations for our Troy, Alabama, facility where detail parts, sub-assemblies, major assemblies and major component joining activities are conducted in support of MH-60R and MH-60T airframe structures.

• Lead and manage the performance of salary and hourly manufacturing employees responsible for the manufacture and assembly of aerostructures components
• Develop and implement effective process improvements to achieve on-time, on-budget, defect-free delivery of airframe structures and associated components
• Coordinate daily requirements for Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Management, Quality, and Material Logistics support
• Establish, plan, and monitor the execution of the site’s operations, including direct and indirect cost management
• Monitor and control key customer deliverables to all customer organizations
• Support all product and process improvements, including 1LMX initiatives
• Develop methods, metrics, and organizational goals to achieve on-time, on-budget, defect-free delivery of airframe structures and associated components
• Coach and mentor employees in key positions to ensure objectives are being met and ideas are being fostered throughout the shop
• Ensure a positive employee relations position is maintained, promoting teamwork and cooperation
• Identify facility/capital improvements needs and support completion of projects
• Lead all aspects of the site’s business analytics, strategy, and transformation efforts
• Work with the management team to drive quality and performance improvements
• Responsible for timely and succinct briefings on the site’s performance to executive leadership

Who We Are

Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, designs and manufactures innovative, high-performance helicopters. Our Aerostructures Product Center focuses on the manufacture, procurement, and assembly of critical airframe structures, ensuring every detail meets the highest standards. We are committed to excellence and continually advancing the ways we work and deliver.

WHY JOIN US

Make an Impact: Play a vital role in advancing productivity and quality within Sikorsky's Aerostructures Product Center.

Career Development: Work alongside experts in a fast-paced environment focused on continuous learning and improvement.

Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that values new ideas, continuous learning, and the power of collaboration.

Basic Qualifications

• 10+ years of management and supervisory experience with 5-7 years in a manufacturing environment, preferably aerospace, related disciplines or equivalent combination of education, training, or experience will be considered.

Desired Skills

• B.S./B.A. in an engineering, operations, or a technical field preferred or MS / MBA with an Operations concentration (preferred)
• Aerospace & Defense Industry experience (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of Six Sigma, Black Belt or Green Belt (preferred)
• The candidate should also possess strong communication and interpersonal skills and must have demonstrated ability to work effectively with associates at all levels throughout the organization.
• Strong understanding of collective bargaining and leading a represented workforce
• Proven track record of interpersonal skills focused on team building
• Excellent analytical skills / thinking
• Excellent presentation skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $134900.00 - $250500.00

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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
• 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.