Production Operations Sr Mgr - Fab, Assy and Tooling - Level 6
Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Palmdale
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
What You Will Be Doing As a Senior Manager of Fabrication and
Tooling you will be responsible for: - Utilizing in-depth knowledge
of fabrication, assembly and tool manufacturing
processes/techniques - Managing and being responsible for the
day-to-day operation of the assigned groups for quality, schedule
and cost performance - Implementing continuous improvement using
Lean and 6S techniques - The general appearance and condition of
the equipment / facilities assigned to him/her -
Preparing/coordinating program plans, quotes, proposals, schedules
and budgets - Implementing work measurement on production programs
to include standards and/or EVMS - Developing the team to include
the development of each leadership position, technical training of
the workforce and development of new leadership and technical
talent This position is located at a facility that requires special
access and ability to obtain Secret Clearance is required (can
start role with interim Secret Clearance). What’s In It For You:
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. Further Information About
This Opportunity Palmdale, CA This position is in Palmdale, CA
Discover Palmdale. Basic Qualifications • Experience working in a
Production Operations &/or Manufacturing environment • Intimate
knowledge of Aerospace fabrication techniques and processes •
Experience in composite fabrication and assembly Desired skills • 9
years demonstrated leadership experience • Excellent interpersonal
skills needed for collaboration, communication and presentation
Customer Interface • Ability to manage, coach, train and motivate
team in technical and leadership development • Experience in
implementing LEAN and 6S techniques • Strategic thinking and
alignment of tech strategy with product realization 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. * Join us at Lockheed
Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the
hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of
courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical.
Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and
save lives. Those are the missions we care about. As a leading
technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works
with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our
customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based
in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with
business locations in many nations and territories. Other Important
Information 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
Schedule Information 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. Security Clearance
Information This position requires a government security clearance,
you must be a US Citizen for consideration. 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 $124,900 - $220,225. 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
$143,600 - $248,975. 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.
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