Operations Program Manager - Military Veterans

Description:WHAT WE’RE DOING
We specialize in Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) that provide advanced capabilities to serve the defense industry. Our RMS Training and Logistic Solutions (TLS) are designed to meet the unique needs of our customers, offering unparalleled performance, reliability, and versatility. We provide comprehensive support throughout the entire system lifecycle, from design and development to deployment and maintenance. With a focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, we are committed to delivering RMS solutions that exceed expectations and set new standards for performance and reliability.

THE WORK
In the Operations Program Manager role, you will support programs in the Land and Maritime market segments. This role will include responsibility for financial performance and the execution of specific scope within those programs.

The selected candidate will be responsible for:
• Serve as Control Account Manager (CAM). Responsible for the overall technical, cost, schedule, and quality commitments and performance for the Production Operations scope within the program
• Manage Production Operations Risk & Opportunities within Program’s ROADs database.
• Responsible for the development and integration of all Operations/Manufacturing efforts within the program
• Addresses staffing, resource, and infrastructure needs for Operations/Manufacturing; ensure that Operations/Manufacturing is represented on appropriate IPTs
• Engage in Operations Excellence Teams (OET) as advocate for your program
• Lead proposal efforts for Operations in partnership with the Site Proposal and Manufacturing Finance team
• POC for Cross-plant planning coordination, partnering with other site manufacturing operations representatives as needed
• Launch demand in MRP system in partnership with master scheduling and finance
• Conducts operations kick offs for new business

WHO WE ARE
Our functional group, the Operations Program Management team, is composed of ~30 professionals with a range of skill and experience. Our team serves as Control Account Managers (CAMs) responsible for material budget and operations labor scope. We are leaders in this organization who are the primary interfaces between line of business Program Management, Operations, Engineering, Sourcing, Quality or other company functions for production, development, and capture programs for Production Operations. We ensure seamless support throughout the production process, ensuring successful delivery of contracted projects for our valued customers. Our team is dedicated to ensuring that the TLS factories and their programs operate on schedule and meet commitments. We drive momentum through action, and focus on the small wins while driving towards the overall objectives.

WHO YOU ARE
As an Operations Program Manager, you seek strategic and tactical collaboration within the team. Your passion lies in overcoming production obstacles, utilizing tools to enhance workflow, and continually refining processes for increased efficiency and future strategy development. You bring your personal value to the team by developing new processes and utilizing technology to make success more attainable for all involved. Approachable and respectful, you value diverse perspectives and foster trusting relationships with colleagues. Your integrity guides your actions, as you willingly embrace new challenges and actively contribute to personal and team growth. A proactive communicator, you offer constructive feedback and champion continuous improvement, dedicated to the success of the team.

WHY JOIN US
When you join our team, you'll be part of a dynamic and supportive work environment that values collaboration, growth, and innovation. We offer opportunities for training and development to help you build your career. Our mission-driven organization is dedicated to making a positive impact in the world, and we're looking for talented and passionate individuals to help us achieve our goals.
Basic Qualifications:
• CAM experience

• Experience in a production environment

• Prior leadership experience

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

• Bachelor's degree in an associated discipline
Desired Skills:
•Experience with SAP/COS, or equivalent Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools

•LM21 Green Belt, Black Belt or equivalent Lean/Six Sigma training

•Proactive and self-starter, with a sense of urgency in their work

•Ability to develop, coordinate, lead, and execute daily priorities

•Experience coordinating tasks and actions with multiple functions

•Motivational skills along with the ability to energize teams

•Strong communication skills and the ability to work with limited supervision
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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: 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 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: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First