Operations Engineer Sr Stf - E5

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 129,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth, TX seeks an expatriate operations engineer to support F-35 production, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate with the Italy Technical Assistance Team. The role focuses on cost control, workflow optimization, and manufacturing excellence across multi-disciplinary teams.

You will analyze operations, lead improvement initiatives, and help implement Lean Six Sigma methodologies while collaborating with management and external partners to boost Leonardo's

Qualifications

• Experience leading programs or projects with strong analytical skills.
• Experience guiding multi-disciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with RCCA analyses and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to production teams and manage strategic initiatives.
• Lead daily/weekly meetings to address production constraints.
• Analyze operations and optimize workflows for efficiency.

Skills

Program management

Team leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Data analysis

RCCA analyses

Education

Bachelor's degree in Technical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You Will Be Doing

• The F-35 International Operations Engineer will be an expatriate assignment in Cameri, Italy, specifically providing technical assistance to Leonardo F-35 production.
• This role will report directly to the Cameri site director and assist with implementation of strategic initiatives, daily/weekly/monthly reporting, and co-leading daily meetings to address production constraints
• Partners with management and aids in the development of the team strategy for the Italy Technical Assistance Team (TAT), helping to identify opportunities to further improve Leonardo performance
• Capable of analyzing the sequence of operations and workflows to improve efficiencies in plant production facilities, administrative processes, facility and equipment layouts; and establishes methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel
• Conduct studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control, engineering time studies, and process cycle times. Based on these studies, develops and implements plans and programs for process and facility modifications and revisions to operating procedures and technical systems.
• May assist facilities engineers in the planning, design, modification and layout of facilities and equipment
• Support inventory management and material flow to minimize production delays.

What's In It For You:

3 day weekends every weekend!

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.

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Performs activities involving the producibility and quality of the product, and the processes that directly pertain, encompassing primarily one or more of the following engineering disciplines: failure analysis, industrial, manufacturing, manufacturing equipment, process, product, quality assurance, reliability, supplier quality, Lean Six Sigma, test, and tool.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience as a program or project lead with strong analytical skills and ability to convey information in large and small forums, both documented and orally
• Experience leading a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience with Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA) analyses
• Experience driving continuous improvement
• Knowledge and experience within Lean Manufacturing Systems which may include one or more of the following: Value Stream Mapping, Value Added Analysis, Pull and Flow Techniques, Cycle Time Analysis, 6S, PDCA, Standard Work, Error Proofing, Visual Management & Controls
• Experience with Excel and other data analysis tools

Desired Skills

• Bachelor of Science degree in Technical Engineering discipline, Business, or Operations preferred
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with customers, management, and peers across all levels of an organization, including non-technical personnel (from shop floor workers to executive level)
• Experience developing and coaching through problem solving methodologies
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification
• Lean Practitioner experience
• Experience with the Aero Manufacturing System (AMS) framework
• 5+ years of Production Operations (shop floor) experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experienced in supporting and facilitating Kaizen events
• Ability to work in a represented environment
• Previous experience with international operations
• Ability to speak Italian language

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $129000.00 - $239600.00

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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.