Build Team Associate Manager F-16- 2nd Shift - Level 4

About the role

The Build Team Associate Manager F-16- 2nd Shift - Level 4 is responsible for managing schedules, budgets, and workforce development while driving quality, continuous improvement, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Manage Earned Value Management System (EVMS) financial control plans and schedules, ensuring adherence to baseline budgets and production targets.
• Supervise and develop a skilled workforce, fostering technical proficiency, safety, and quality culture.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and stakeholders, including the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and the System Program Office.
• Lead continuous-improvement initiatives, resolve complex technical issues, and ensure production flow remains free of Foreign Object Debris (FOD).
• Cook up staffing, recognize employee achievements, and drive employee development and engagement.

Requirements

• At least 6 years experience leading a team in Aviation disciplines relating to Military Sortie Generation, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Modification, Repair or Overhaul (MMRO) Operations.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, and PowerPoint.
• Experience leading a team to meet critical schedules, resolve complex and/or time sensitive technical or operational issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an Accredited College or 6 years Combined Aviation Production, Maintenance, Modification, Repair and Overhaul (MMRO)
• Excellent Communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Ability to create and utilize metrics related to performance.
• Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience.
• Shop Floor Manager (SFM) experience is a plus.
• Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize assignments.
• Ability to understand budget for the assigned department and budget performance.
• Demonstrated ability to create, monitor and report on all executive operations metrics.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing.

Skills

• Strategic leadership
• Deep manufacturing expertise
• Strong financial acumen
• Proven ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Detail-oriented
• Results-driven
• Team-building skills

Benefits

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.