Aerostructures Sub-Assembly Manager

Basic Qualifications

• 10+ years of management and supervisory experience with 5-7 years in a manufacturing environment, preferably Aerospace, related disciplines
• Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree at minimum for consideration.
• Prior scheduling experience for aircraft assembly operations.
• Prior experience in data reporting through Tableau.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Job Description

At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company, we are at the forefront of designing and manufacturing advanced helicopters for both commercial and military missions. Our Aerostructures group, based in Bridgeport, CT is dedicated to the structural assembly of our fixed-wing aircraft. We are committed to innovation, excellence, and delivering top-quality products to our customers.

THE WORK
Lead and manage the performance of salary and hourly manufacturing employees responsible for the manufacture and assembly of Aerostructures components.
Deliver consistent communication to the facility salary and hourly workforce to maintain a safe workplace & enforce EH&S regulations within the operation.
Identify, lead, foster and maintain LEAN principles in the manufacture of production and development Aerostructures components and assemblies.
Coordinate daily with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Management and Production Control support members on a continuous basis to ensure required support is assigned to maintain production flow in support of on-time, on budget defect free deliverables.
Coach and mentor employees in key positions to ensure that objectives are being met and ideas are being fostered throughout the shop.
Ensure that a positive employee relations position is maintained promoting teamwork and cooperation, and the Company’s management principles, policies, and programs are consistently practiced and work closely with Industrial Relationships support staff.
Identify facility / capital improvements needs and support completion of projects.

Who We Are

The Sikorsky Aerostructures Product Center is responsible for the manufacture, procurement and assembly of helicopter airframe details, and structures. The Product Center has an immediate opening for an Operations Manager at our Bridgeport, CT facility where detail, plumbing, sub-assembly, and component assembly activities are conducted in support of UH/HH-60M, HH-60W and CH-53K components, spares and modification work.

Who You Are

This position is responsible for providing leadership and managing all aspects of the Bridgeport, CT facility operations including managing approximately a team of non-represented salary and represented hourly employees. Primary responsibilities include: leading all daily manufacturing operations activities, proactively developing and implementing effective process improvements, coordinating daily requirements for Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Management, Quality and Material Logistics support, development of methods, metrics and organizational goals to achieve on-time, on budget, defect free delivery of airframe structures and associated components.

Why Join Us

Joining Sikorsky means becoming part of a team that is dedicated to innovation and excellence. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in the aerospace industry, with access to continuous development and growth opportunities. We offer a collaborative and dynamic work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact. Additionally, you will benefit from a competitive compensation and benefits package. As part of our team, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of aviation.

Desired Skills

• B.S./BA in operations, or a technical preferred Aerospace & Defense Industry experience (preferred)
• The candidate should also possess strong communication and interpersonal skills and must have demonstrated ability to work effectively with associates at all levels throughout the organization
• Strong understanding of Collective Bargaining and leading a represented workforce
• Proven track record of interpersonal skills focused on team building

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.

Ability to work remotely
Onsite
Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.