Operations Excellence Manager

Lockheed Martin; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 145,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Lockheed Martin's Sikorsky unit is seeking an Operations Excellence Manager to oversee improvement and transformation initiatives across the organization, including Thinaer asset tracking, 1LMX integration, and digital transformation for the Avionics Product Center.

The role liaises between cross-functional teams and Operations leadership, ensuring project execution, budget oversight, and talent development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Proven experience managing Continuous Improvement, Operations Excellence, or process transformation initiatives in a manufacturing or aerospace environment.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing direct reports, including hiring, training, performance management, and employee development.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and cross-functional project teams
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent certification.
• Experience with Digital Transformation and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Familiarity with Lockheed Martin’s 1LMX framework and enterprise digital tools.
• Proven success in driving cultural change to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a track record of delivering measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Lead companywide initiatives, including the Thinaer asset tracking project, 1LMX integration, and Digital Transformation (DX) for the Avionics Product Center.
• Serve as the liaison between cross-functional teams and Operations leadership, ensuring seamless collaboration and project execution.
• Oversee subordinate recruitment, selection, training, performance evaluation, assignments, salary administration, and recognition/disciplinary actions.
• Monitor the status of multiple projects and budgets, manage schedules, and prepare status reports.
• Identify and resolve project issues to meet safety, quality, delivery, productivity, cost, and customer satisfaction objectives.
• Develop and implement tools to track progress (e.g., CIC, Kaizen smashup, QIP tracker) and intervene when necessary to maintain project momentum.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Tools

1LMX framework

Digital Transformation tools

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. Our Operations Excellence team plays a critical role in driving Continuous Improvement, Operations Excellence, and QIP Transformation initiatives that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and deliver exceptional value to our customers.

Standard Job Description

At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, we are dedicated to building advanced helicopters that meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and reliability. Our Operations Excellence team plays a critical role in driving Continuous Improvement, Operations Excellence, and QIP Transformation initiatives that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and deliver exceptional value to our customers.

THE WORK

As The Operations Excellence Manager, You Will Oversee The Operational Aspects Of Ongoing Improvement And Transformation Projects Across The Organization. You Will

Lead companywide initiatives, including the Thinaer asset tracking project, 1LMX integration, and Digital Transformation (DX) for the Avionics Product Center.

Serve as the liaison between cross-functional teams and Operations leadership, ensuring seamless collaboration and project execution.

Oversee subordinate recruitment, selection, training, performance evaluation, assignments, salary administration, and recognition/disciplinary actions.

Monitor the status of multiple projects and budgets, manage schedules, and prepare status reports.

Identify and resolve project issues to meet safety, quality, delivery, productivity, cost, and customer satisfaction objectives.

Develop and implement tools to track progress (e.g., CIC, Kaizen smashup, QIP tracker) and intervene when necessary to maintain project momentum.

Who We Are

We are innovators and problem solvers committed to operational excellence. Our team works at the forefront of process improvement, leveraging advanced technologies and Lean Six Sigma methodologies to make measurable impacts on quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Who You Are

You are a strategic, results-driven leader with a passion for process optimization and team development. You excel at balancing big-picture vision with day-to-day execution and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You know how to inspire teams, remove roadblocks, and keep complex projects on track from kickoff to completion.

WHY JOIN US

At Sikorsky, you’ll have the opportunity to lead impactful initiatives that shape the future of aerospace manufacturing. You’ll work with talented professionals, leverage cutting-edge tools and technologies, and have the autonomy to drive real change in a globally respected organization.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education.

Proven experience managing Continuous Improvement, Operations Excellence, or process transformation initiatives in a manufacturing or aerospace environment.

Demonstrated leadership experience managing direct reports, including hiring, training, performance management, and employee development.

Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.

Experience managing budgets, schedules, and cross-functional project teams

Desired Skills

Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent certification.

Experience with Digital Transformation and advanced manufacturing technologies.

Familiarity with Lockheed Martin’s 1LMX framework and enterprise digital tools.

Proven success in driving cultural change to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a track record of delivering measurable results.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $145100.00 - $269500.00

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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.