Operations Manager

Date posted: May. 01, 2025
Description:
You will be the Operations Manager for Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) in Orlando, FL. At Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC), we are driven by speed, agility and technical innovation. We are actively seeking candidates who are willing to take on the challenges of significant growth with a can do attitude. As the world’s premier aerospace and defense company, we pride ourselves on quality and mission success. We need talented, passionate and customer centric people to be part of our future.

What You Will Be Doing
Candidate will manage production activities on the S&GS Advanced Threat Warning Sensors as well as special projects for the Advanced and Special Programs team as directed by the SGSAP Operations Manager. Your responsibilities will include:

• Responsible for cost and schedule of the manufacturing of Advanced Threat Warning Sensors across seven (7) manufacturing centers. Significant coordination with other functional areas and sites including engineering, quality, procurement, along with Ocala, Archbald, Dallas and Santa Barbara manufacturing sites to drive key program tasks and Operations/Manufacturing excellence.

• Leading the strategic direction of the program in the areas of proposals, program planning and execution, manpower planning, capital/capacity planning, NRE activity and process development. Candidate must be able to effectively communicate with the customer and at all levels of management via verbal and written correspondence and be able to author program directives (PD’s). Position may involve limited travel.

Why Join Us
We’re looking for a talented and customer-centric leader to join our team. As an Operations Manager, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our program’s success and contribute to the growth and innovation of our organization. If you’re a driven and strategic thinker with excellent communication skills, we encourage you to apply. This role offers the chance to work on high-priority programs, collaborate with diverse teams, and develop your skills in operations management and leadership.

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 Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.
Basic Qualifications:
Completed Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or other related field.

Must have the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Mix of Project Management/Manufacturing/Procurement/Production Control experience.

Strong communication skills, must be able to effectively communicate to all levels of employees, including executive management level.

Excellent interpersonal skills.
Desired Skills:
Production Operations leadership experience.
Production/Manufacturing and Machining experience.
Development and transition to production program experience.
Experience in the design of manufacturing processes, procedures, and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, machining and material handling

Capital Planning & Management experience
Lean and Six Sigma experience, minimum green belt certification

Certified Cost Account Manager (CAM) experience
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: 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: 4×10 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: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

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