Operations Engineer Sr Stf - EMD to LRIP / Secret Clearance

Description:

You will be the Operations Engineer Sr Staff for the Engineering Manufacturing and Development (EMD) team. Our team is responsible for supporting production site transitions to full‑rate production, including proposals, analysis, facility layouts, span‑time reduction, and ramp‑up activities.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Operations Engineer Sr Staff you will be responsible for technical guidance, project ownership, and ensuring EMD projects meet cost, schedule, and quality targets while leading a cross‑functional team.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead cross‑functional meetings and identify opportunities for cost and product improvements.
• Develop and manage program schedule, manpower planning, and hardware support.
• Execute capital projects and long‑range planning initiatives.
• Manage cost accounts and apply earned‑value management techniques.
• Process procurement demand through SAP and author program directives.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with extensive coordination experience across engineering, planning, and supply‑chain functions. This role offers high impact on full‑rate production and the chance to shape critical program outcomes.

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.

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

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have an active Secret Clearance
• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a proven track record of leading teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
• Strong communication (verbal, written, and presentation) and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Ability to work multiple tasks and deal with competing priorities in a fast paced environment
• Ability to interface with multiple levels of management both internally and externally
• Demonstrated an ability to work strategically as well as tactically to drive projects
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Proficient in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project etc.)
• Ability to travel; 20% - 40%

Desired Skills:

• Experience leading/supervising teams to meet Safety, Cost, Quality and Schedule commitments
• BS/MS in a technical field (i.e. Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, etc. Engineering)
• Experience with various stages of the production life cycle, including EMD, LRIP, FRP
• Demonstrated experience in managing capital projects
• Certification in a lean or Six Sigma methodology, such as Black Belt or Green Belt
• Formal Root Cause and Correct Action training and demonstrated experience
• Experience working in a regulated industry, such as aerospace or defense
• Working knowledge of SAP, EVMS processes, and/or CAM Trained
• Experience reviewing an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
• Knowledge and experience of the Proposal, Estimating, and Risk Mitigation
• Previous experience implementing change to improve processes
• Ability to make strategic decisions while delivering results

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: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Manufacturing

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First