Job Description
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.
This position is responsible for managing the Machining Operations Center (MOC), reporting to
the Director of Manufacturing Operations at the
Missiles and Fire Control plant located in
Orlando, FL. The MOC produces ultra-precision
machined components that are the foundation of
electro-optic targeting systems used primarily for
defense applications. The parts supplied by this
center support sales in excess of $1B annually.
This position will have direct responsibility for
the manufacturing staff (machinists, supervision,
inspection, paint, plating, and assembly) and will
also direct the daily activities of the Functional
support staff, approximately 200 people overall.
Candidates must have direct leadership
experience in a complex manufacturing
environment and be able to balance multiple
program priorities through a common
manufacturing facility. This position is
responsible for planning labor and equipment
capacity, including management of the capital
investment required to execute the planned
business. Other responsibilities include
recruiting and training of the technician and
supervision staff in a Collective Bargaining
Agreement (union) environment, leadership of
the MOC Corrective Action Board (CAB) and
management of the continuous improvement
process through the use of Lean Manufacturing
concepts. This position is responsible for
successful Nonrecurring Expenditures (NRE) and
delivery of parts from the MOC within cost, on
schedule and ensuring the quality of the
hardware.
The successful candidate must demonstrate the
ability to lead and motivate a workforce with
diverse technical skills. The ideal candidate will
have a proven record of leadership in a
comparable manufacturing environment.
Basic Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering,
Manufacturing or related field.
Sufficient technical aptitude to understand
customer needs, plan success strategies, and
execute.
Minimum of 10 years of related experience in
production operations or engineering and with 5
years experience leading and motivating a
manufacturing team.
Superior communication skills, written and
verbal, to support regular presentations to the
executive staff.
Demonstrated ability to manage production cost
experience, delivery parts on time and meet
quality standards.
Proven ability to get results and manage diverse
resources.
Must have the ability to obtain a US Government
Security Clearance.
Desired skills
Manufacturing leadership experience in a high
mix, low volume production environment.
Technical experience with Infrared or electro-optic systems.
Experience working with ultra-precision
machines, machining processes, and mechanical
assemblies.
Experience in both a prototype and
manufacturing machining environment.
Experience working in a DOD manufacturing
environment.
Experience leading in a union environment.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically.
Demonstrated commitment to Performance
Management Teams (PMT).
Demonstrated MRP and procurement experience.
Proven ability to utilize Lean/6 Sigma principles
to get results.
EEO
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.
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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.
Other Important Information
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.
Work Schedule Information
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.
Colorado Pay Statement
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, or Washington is $121,300 - $232,400 . Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $139,400 - $262,800. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.