Description:
The Senior Operations Engineer in Greenville, SC, plays a critical role in driving operational excellence across our F-16 Aircraft production and manufacturing facilities.
What You Will Be Doing
Key responsibilities include:
• This position supports key aerospace programs by analyzing Continuous Improvement opportunities and enhancing processes implementing lean six sigma solutions.
• Facilitates workshops and project initiatives, and implements efficiency improvements that directly impact quality, performance, cost, and safety.
• Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, develop innovative solutions, and contribute to the overall success of our operations.
• If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for continuous improvement and lean manufacturing, this is an exciting opportunity to make a measurable difference in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Who You Are
• As a champion of Continuous Improvement, you are dedicated in identifying opportunities for process optimization, consistently seeking ways to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• You approach challenges with a diplomatic mindset, adept at navigating differing viewpoints and finding common ground to resolve conflicts and enhance collaboration.
• You excel at leveraging data to identify trends, assess performance, and inform strategic decisions that drive organizational success.
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.
Basic Qualifications:
The following Basic Qualifications are skills that a candidate must possess to be considered for this position:
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college with 4 years of professional experience, 2 years of professional experience with a Masters degree, or 7 years experience without a Bachelors degree
• Experience with Kaizens, Workshops, and other Continuous Improvement style events
• Production/manufacturing experience
• Experience with managing multiple projects
Desired Skills:
The following Desired Skills are not required but are those skills that would set a candidate apart from the other candidates:
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
• Degree in Engineering
• Experience developing and implementing strategic plans to drive operational excellence
• Project management & facilitation experience
• Large scale Aerospace manufacturing experience
• Experience with various program lifecycle phases
• Change Management/ADKAR experience
• Experience with Tableau, Minitab, and VBA
• Great verbal/written communications, must be able to effectively communicate at all levels of management via verbal and written correspondence
• Ability to obtain a DOD Security Clearance
• Excellent interpersonal skills
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 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.
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: Miscellaneous Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First