Description:We are Lockheed MartinThe story of aviation has always been the story of people who have the perseverance to fail, to try again, and to one day succeed. Since Lockheed Martin’s inception and continuing today, the passion to advance aeronautical design and help our customers achieve mission results has been ingrained in our culture. We recognize the diverse talents and experiences of our team members, and we celebrate the unique contributions each individual brings to the table. It is that collective passion, combined with a strategic focus on ever-changing global opportunities, that shapes our path forward. Join us as we continue to innovate, inspire, and make history in the world of aerospace and defense.
As the Production Control Leader for a specific business unit on the F-35 Program, you will drive material planning and production coordination efforts.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOINGLeadership & Production Control:
• Serve as the Point of Contact (POC) for Production Control on the Program Performance Management Team (PPMT).
• Interface directly with all levels of management, fostering cross-functional integration across production, supply chain, and engineering teams.
• Lead manpower management through the development and maintenance of a Manpower Matrix, ensuring proper budgetary control and resource alignment.
Material Management & Optimization:
• Ensure that all materials are available in the right place at the right time, managing material flow, and minimizing disruptions to production.
• Monitor and manage material metrics, taking action on unplanned material adds from previous weeks.
• Validate and review material shortages in collaboration with Control Account Managers (CAM) and assess impacts on Estimated Costs at Completion (EACs).
• Review schedule stability to ensure production timelines remain consistent and achievable.
System & Operational Integrity:
• Maintain system accuracy to ensure data integrity for the PPMT.
• Validate Planning Factors for Production Line Supplies (PLS), Operating Supplies, Consumables, and Perishable Tools, ensuring they meet operational needs.
• Review and manage operating supply costs and previous month's actual expenditures to drive continuous improvement in cost management.
What’s In It For YouFrom 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.Who You AreIf you are someone who enjoys guiding others to success, this opportunity will invite you to lead and inspire.
• Visionary, innovative, and strategic.
• Enjoy Leading and developing your team to success.
• Able to listen to others, use creative problem-solving, and arrive at an outcome that satisfies everyone.
Our Commitment to DEIWe Hear You, We See You. At LM Aeronautics, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse-thinkers like you! At LM Aeronautics, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.
Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here:
Global DEI.At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we're taking innovation to the next level. From designing the most advanced air vehicle to designing aircraft that defies gravity, our engineers live on the cutting edge of technology.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.Basic Qualifications:• Manufacturing or Production Operations experience.
• Experience in least two of the following areas: procurement, engineering release, bill of material structure &/or production operating processes.
• Experience with SAP operating software, including transactional acumen.
• Experience in direct leadership of subordinate employees
Desired Skills:• Appropriate degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Green Belt certified.
• Production Operations / Production Control experience.
• Knowledge of management in a union environment and demonstrated leadership skills to manage represented personnel.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Working knowledge of aeronautics systems; SAP, Cribmaster, QADS, SFM.
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Experience with support equipment and manufacturing test equipment.
• Successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, mediation and conflict resolution skills and negotiation skills
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written along with presentation experience and skills.
• APICS / CPIM Certifications preferred.
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression 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.Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.
As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
