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Manages the integration and testing of in-house developed and COTS/GOTS components, elements, subsystems and/or systems. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Oversees the synthesis of customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule and cost constraints. Directs the following activities: establishing functional and technical specifications and standards, solving hardware/software interface problems, defining input/output parameters, and ensuring integration of the entire system or subsystem. Manages the development and directs preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules for complete systems and/or subsystems. Coordinates subsystem and/or system testing activities with programs and other organizations.
The Production Integrator (PI) & Industrial Engineering (IE) Associate Manager will manager day-to-day operations of these groups. The Production Integration team is responsible for enabling work for the Vehicle Integration Teams (VIT). This requires review of the master program schedules to validate work that is scheduled is ready to be worked, parts and paper are available, install sequences are appropriate and resources are in place. The PIs work with a multidisciplinary team of engineers through the assembly process of the assigned VIT. The PIs are also responsible for creating an executable short-range production schedule and coordinating solutions to issues as they arise. The PIs must also report any major schedule or technical issues that arise to the appropriate stakeholders for review and technical resolution. The PIs are the focal point of enabling the resolution of any issue that impedes uninterrupted processing.
The IE team focuses on reviewing and improving ATLO processes, performing simulations, conducting time studies, capacity modeling, streamline facility.vehicle flow layout and maintaining accurate labor standards. In addition, the IE team is responsible for throughput/bottleneck analysis across all KSC ATLO Orion sites and for driving Lean/Six Sigma initiatives. The team also is responsible for providing future state capacity planning.
- Candidate must have a bachelor degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education
- Experience with the assembly and integration of complex aerospace systems or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years experience leading a technical workforce
- Experience supporting multi-functional teams including manufacturing and/or ATLO disciplines
- Minimum 3 years experience working in an aerospace manufacturing environment
- Excellent communication skills and demonstrated experience briefing senior leaders and customers
- Must be a United States citizen
- Experience with the Orion program and NASA customer
- Demonstrated understanding and background in integrated master schedule planning activities
- Experience interfacing with external Orion organizations
- Knowledge of the principles of Industrial Engineering
- Demonstrated proficiency establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and working collaboratively across multiple organizations
- Experience with lean/six-sigma concepts, green belt certification preferred
- Must thrive in an environment of rapid change with the ability to communicate and champion that change to the team
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
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or equivalent experience/combined education
- Experience with assembly and integration of complex aerospace systems or equivalent
- At least 5 years of experience leading a technical workforce
- Experience supporting multifunctional teams, including manufacturing and/or ATLO disciplines
- At least 3 years of experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment
- Excellent communication skills and experience briefing senior leaders and customers
- United States citizenship
- Experience with the Orion program and NASA customer
- Experience with integrated master schedule planning activities
- Experience interfacing with external Orion organizations
- Knowledge of industrial engineering principles
- Experience establishing and maintaining effective cross-organizational working relationships
- Experience with Lean/Six Sigma concepts
- Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt certification
- Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment and champion organizational change
Lockheed Martin Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as a standout element, with a strong 401(k) program and options like an employee stock purchase plan. Feedback suggests these features meaningfully enhance total compensation and long‑term financial security.
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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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