Multi-Functional Manufacturing Manager
Lockheed Martin
Job ID: 686015BR Date posted: Feb. 04, 2025
Description:We are Lockheed Martin
Join the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics team in Fort Worth, TX, as a Multi-Functional Manufacturing Manager, where you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the production of the world's most advanced fighter jet—the F-35. In this role, you'll lead multiple functional areas of manufacturing, including machining, assembly, tool and die, and packaging. If you have a passion for aerospace and a proven track record in manufacturing leadership, this position offers an exciting challenge to shape the future of aerospace production operations.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
As the Multi-Functional Manufacturing Manager, you'll be responsible for managing more than one functional area within the production operations environment. This will include:
• Overseeing and leading operations in areas such as machining, assembly, and tool and die.
• Coordinating recruitment, selection, and training processes for subordinate employees.
• Managing performance assessments, work assignments, salary, recognition, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensuring adherence to manufacturing schedules while adapting to changing requirements.
• Driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across manufacturing teams.
• Developing and mentoring teams through COA techniques to strengthen overall performance.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
• Impact: Play a key role in supporting the F-35 program and ensuring the success of one of the most critical defense contracts.
• Growth: Lead and develop talent in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Collaboration: Work across various functional teams, developing strategic relationships and improving organizational efficiency.
• Innovation: Contribute to cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art manufacturing processes.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive benefits including health care, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Who You Are
• You are a strategic and creative leader with a strong background in aircraft manufacturing. You are passionate about mentoring and developing your team, and you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• With a keen understanding of manufacturing systems and schedules, you excel at working across multiple functions and collaborating with teams to achieve organizational goals.
• Your ability to communicate and lead change makes you a strong advocate for continuous improvement.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications:
• Experience Leading in an aircraft manufacturing operations environment.
• Experience with mentoring &/or developing teams using COA techniques.
• Experience working with &/or adapting to dynamic manufacturing schedules.
• Experience in the recruitment &/or development of talent to strengthen the organization.
Desired Skills:
• 5 + years of leadership experience in an aircraft manufacturing operations environment.
• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work across Functions/Lines of Business.
• F-35 Manufacturing structures and systems manufacturing experience.
• Strong team building skills leading hourly collective bargaining units.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain engaged and productive working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks and responsibilities in
a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interface with all levels of the organization, support organizations, customers, and governmental oversight organizations.
• Strategic and creative thinker with the ability to effectively communicate the need for change and motivate teams.
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
Description:We are Lockheed Martin
Join the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics team in Fort Worth, TX, as a Multi-Functional Manufacturing Manager, where you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the production of the world's most advanced fighter jet—the F-35. In this role, you'll lead multiple functional areas of manufacturing, including machining, assembly, tool and die, and packaging. If you have a passion for aerospace and a proven track record in manufacturing leadership, this position offers an exciting challenge to shape the future of aerospace production operations.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
As the Multi-Functional Manufacturing Manager, you'll be responsible for managing more than one functional area within the production operations environment. This will include:
• Overseeing and leading operations in areas such as machining, assembly, and tool and die.
• Coordinating recruitment, selection, and training processes for subordinate employees.
• Managing performance assessments, work assignments, salary, recognition, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensuring adherence to manufacturing schedules while adapting to changing requirements.
• Driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across manufacturing teams.
• Developing and mentoring teams through COA techniques to strengthen overall performance.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
• Impact: Play a key role in supporting the F-35 program and ensuring the success of one of the most critical defense contracts.
• Growth: Lead and develop talent in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Collaboration: Work across various functional teams, developing strategic relationships and improving organizational efficiency.
• Innovation: Contribute to cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art manufacturing processes.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive benefits including health care, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Who You Are
• You are a strategic and creative leader with a strong background in aircraft manufacturing. You are passionate about mentoring and developing your team, and you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• With a keen understanding of manufacturing systems and schedules, you excel at working across multiple functions and collaborating with teams to achieve organizational goals.
• Your ability to communicate and lead change makes you a strong advocate for continuous improvement.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications:
• Experience Leading in an aircraft manufacturing operations environment.
• Experience with mentoring &/or developing teams using COA techniques.
• Experience working with &/or adapting to dynamic manufacturing schedules.
• Experience in the recruitment &/or development of talent to strengthen the organization.
Desired Skills:
• 5 + years of leadership experience in an aircraft manufacturing operations environment.
• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work across Functions/Lines of Business.
• F-35 Manufacturing structures and systems manufacturing experience.
• Strong team building skills leading hourly collective bargaining units.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain engaged and productive working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks and responsibilities in
a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interface with all levels of the organization, support organizations, customers, and governmental oversight organizations.
• Strategic and creative thinker with the ability to effectively communicate the need for change and motivate teams.
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
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