Production Operations Manager chez Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin · Grand Prairie, États-Unis d'Amérique · Hybrid
- Senior
- Bureau à Grand Prairie
Security Clearance
Secret
Shift
First
Direct/Indirect
Direct
Business Area
Missiles and Fire Control
Department
DD8D19:DIR PROD OPS TACTICAL MISSILES
Relocation/Housing Stipend Available
Possible
Job Code/Title
L1755:Prj Mgt & Plng Opns Mgr
Job Class
Manufacturing
Job Category
Experienced Professional
Program
Precision Strike Missiles
Req Type
Full-Time
Job Description
You will be the Production Operations Manager for the Precision Fires programs. Our team is responsible for delivering precision‑fire capabilities across the Tactical Missiles Line of Business.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Production Operations Manager you will be responsible for overseeing end‑to‑end production operations, driving cost and schedule excellence, and ensuring scalable performance for multiple manufacturing sites and external partners.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead the Line‑of‑Balance and Cost Account Management processes to meet customer cost and schedule targets.
- Coordinate schedule performance across domestic and international manufacturing facilities, engineer labs, and IRAD efforts.
- Develop and implement scalable production strategies that improve efficiency and reduce waste.
- Partner with external suppliers to align delivery schedules and maintain quality standards.
- Provide clear reporting and risk mitigation to senior leadership for all Precision Fires programs.
Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is a results‑driven leader with a strong background in production operations and a passion for precision‑fire technologies. You will thrive in a fast‑paced environment where strategic thinking and decisive action directly impact mission success. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of our manufacturing footprint while working alongside top‑tier engineers and program managers.
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Further Information About This Opportunity
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
Basic Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in related discipline
* A broad base of knowledge regarding complex manufacturing related to schedules, Cost Account Management, Line of Balance, Efficiency & Successfully communicating the above thru objective data
* A broad base of knowledge of setting up new production line / facility
* Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization including to non-technical personnel.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Demonstrated skills in team building and leading through influence
* A broad base of knowledge regarding complex manufacturing related to schedules, Cost Account Management, Line of Balance, Efficiency & Successfully communicating the above thru objective data
* A broad base of knowledge of setting up new production line / facility
* Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization including to non-technical personnel.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Demonstrated skills in team building and leading through influence
Desired skills
* Related professional level career experience in Program Management.
* Industrial Engineering and/or Planning experience on a development and/or startup program.
* Production Operations leadership experience.
* Experience in program execution with emphasis on cross-functional collaboration and leadership.
* Experience in capacity & capital planning.
* First Unit Flow planning & execution
* Proposal development experience
* CAM Certification or cost analysis experience
* Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification
* Industrial Engineering and/or Planning experience on a development and/or startup program.
* Production Operations leadership experience.
* Experience in program execution with emphasis on cross-functional collaboration and leadership.
* Experience in capacity & capital planning.
* First Unit Flow planning & execution
* Proposal development experience
* CAM Certification or cost analysis experience
* Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification
State
Texas
Virtual
no
City
Grand Prairie
Zip
75051
EEO
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.
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.
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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.
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.
City, State
Grand Prairie-TX
Ability to Telecommute
Part time telecommuting
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
Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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.
Work Schedule
4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Select the Telework classification for this position
Employee will telework < 50%
National Pay Statement
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 $111,700 - $196,880. 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.
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.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $128,400 - $222,640. 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.
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.
