Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management. Reviews status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reports. Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients.
You will be the Production Operations Project Manager, supporting the IRST Programs, within the Sensors and Global Sustainment Line of Business. Our team is responsible for delivering high-quality products to our customers, meeting quality, cost, and schedule commitments, and driving operational excellence.What You Will Be Doing
As as a part of the Production Operations project management team, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the operational aspects of production, serving as a liaison between program management, cross-functional teams, and factory leadership.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Coordinating daily priorities and executing plans to meet quality, cost, and schedule commitments
• Developing and leading cross-functional teams to achieve program goals
• Partnering with program management, factory leadership, and other partners to drive operational excellence
• Communicating effectively with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure program success
• Meeting financial commitments and driving business growth
Experience in precision / highly-regulated, production, manufacturing, and/or manufacturing environments
Technical background and experience in engineering, project management, supply chain, and/or production planning and control.
Proven ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization to build consensus, champion change, and deliver results.
Ability to achieve objectives through influence and indirect leadership.
Project management training or certification.
Aerospace and Defense production experience.
Lean Six Sigma green belt or black belt.
Familiarity with AS9100 and other defense quality standards.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00
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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.
Skills Required
- Experience in precision, highly regulated, production, manufacturing, or manufacturing environments
- Technical background and experience in engineering, project management, supply chain, or production planning and control
- Ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels, build consensus, champion change, and deliver results
- Ability to achieve objectives through influence and indirect leadership
- Project management training or certification
- Aerospace and defense production experience
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
- Familiarity with AS9100 and other defense quality standards
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is portrayed as comprehensive from day one, with multiple plan options, mental health resources, and virtual care. Wellness supports such as on‑site services and preventive programs are also highlighted.
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Flexible Benefits — Work arrangements often include compressed schedules and telework, contributing to a favorable work‑life balance. Feedback suggests this flexibility is a key reason many view the overall package positively.
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