C-130 Final Assembly Manager - Level 5

Lockheed Martin Corp

Marietta, GA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Budget Management, C Programming Language, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Social Responsibility, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Earned Value Management (EVM), Establish Priorities, Internet/IP Telephony, Leadership, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Operating Systems, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Control, Quality Control, Quality Management, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Security Clearance, System Integration (SI), System Operations, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, United States Citizen, Work From Home
LOCATION
Marietta, GA
POSTED
12 days ago

Description:

You will be the C-130 Final Assembly Manager - Level 5 for the Final Assembly, Trim, Engine Shop and Component Paint team which is responsible for delivering high‑quality C130J aircraft.

What You Will Be Doing

As the C-130 Final Assembly Manager - Level 5 you will be responsible for leading culture, safety, FOD, quality, cost and schedule obligations for a 130‑person team on the C130J program.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Drive a safety‑first culture and enforce FOD‑control standards.
  • Ensure product quality meets stringent aerospace requirements.
  • Manage cost performance and drive continuous improvement.
  • Maintain schedule fidelity and mitigate delivery risks.
  • Mentor and develop both salaried staff and artisans/mechanics.

What's In It For You

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. 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.

Who You Are

You are a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast‑paced aerospace environment. With a proven track record of managing large, diverse teams, you excel at aligning people around common goals, fostering continuous improvement, and delivering results that matter. Your technical acumen and decisive decision‑making make you the ideal partner for the C130J Program.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Marietta, GA

This position is in Marietta, GA Discover Marietta.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience leading a team to meet critical schedules, resolve complex and/or time sensitive production challenges

Experience developing and managing budget and quality performance

Aircraft manufacturing leadership experience

Experience working with a represented workforce as well as salaried personnel

Experience building effective relationships and working with a cross function team; Engineering, Quality, Production Control, etc.

Experience communicating with senior and executive leadership

Management Operating System integration and operations experience

Desired Skills:

Strong Character: Integrity, Effort, Problem Solving Mindset

Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite

Earned Value Management experience

Experience leading on a legacy, tooling controlled, aircraft platform

Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize assignments

Experience driving a culture of continuous improvement through PMT & IPT

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: 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: Manufacturing

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First

About the Company

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Lockheed Martin Corp

Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 125,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services.

Our Mission:  We solve complex challenges, advance scientific discovery and deliver innovative solutions to help our customers keep people safe and provide them essential services.

Our Vision: Be the global leader in supporting our customers to strengthen global security, deliver citizen services and advance scientific discovery.

Our Values:

  • Do What's Right
  • Respect Others
  • Perform With Excellence
  • COMPANY SIZE
    10,000 employees or more
    INDUSTRY
    Aerospace and Defense
    FOUNDED
    1912
    WEBSITE
    http://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com