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Description: Operations Engineer Sr Stf F16

Location: Greenville SC

What You Will Be Doing

Join Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in Greenville, SC, as an F-16 Operations Engineer Staff and drive continuous improvements in the production line of the renowned F-16 fighter jet. You will utilize lean methodologies to optimize manufacturing efficiency and collaborate closely with leadership and support teams to ensure seamless production operations. This role offers the opportunity to solve complex manufacturing challenges and contribute to both U.S. Military and international aerospace projects. If you are a motivated engineer with a passion for innovation and excellence in aerospace manufacturing, we invite you to apply and be part of our dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities

- Implement lean methodologies to optimize span times and efficiency on the F-16 production line.

- Interface with leadership and cross-functional teams to facilitate seamless production operations.

- Apply engineering expertise to resolve complex manufacturing challenges and ensure quality standards.

- Identify and implement process enhancements to improve operational success and profitability.

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.

Who You Are

You are an experienced engineer with a strong background in aerospace manufacturing operations and a proven track record in implementing lean methodologies to optimize processes. You excel in collaborating with leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless production operations and drive continuous improvement. Your technical problem-solving skills and proactive approach to process optimization contribute to maintaining high-quality standards and enhancing operational success. You are passionate about aerospace technology and thrive in a dynamic, innovative environment.

Our Commitment to DEI

We Hear You, We See You. At LM Aeronautics, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse-thinkers like you! At LM Aeronautics, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.

Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global DEI.

At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we're taking innovation to the next level. From designing the most advanced air vehicle to designing aircraft that defies gravity, our engineers live on the cutting edge of technology.

Greenville, SC

This position is in Greenville, SC Discover Greenville.

Basic Qualifications:

•Bachelor’s degree with related experience or 10 years experience in absence of a Bachelors Degree

•10+ years experience as a frontline leader in a Manufacturing Engineering or Operations Engineering capacity.

•Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives and full understanding of lean principles

•Experience leading cross-functional collaborative efforts in a fast paced production environment.

Desired Skills:

- Experience with standing up new production lines in the Military or Commercial Aviation industry. With emphasis on producibility ramp rates.

- Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization, from the shop floor all the way through director levels to include technical savvy employees.

- Familiarity with Lockheed Martin production systems. ECM, SAP, SFM, QADS, APRISO, PMATS, MINITAB, JMP.

- Excellent interpersonal skills and great at team building

- Demonstrated ability to analyze, identify and resolve Process Variation in a fast paced manufacturing environment. Document effectively and present findings at various leadership levels

- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, root cause analysis, corrective action (RCCA) and Cause Mapping.

- Knowledge and experience in Six Sigma industry standard practices which may include: DMAIC, Process Mapping, Process Observation, SIPOC, Value Added Analysis, Data Collections Methods, Gage R&R, Descriptive Statistics and Data Display, Identifying and Verifying Causes using Pareto, Cause and Effect Diagrams, Methods for Confirming Causal Effects to include Scatter Plots.

Clearance Level: None

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest: 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 Schedules: 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.

Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Manufacturing

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First