Production Operations Program Lead

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• At least 5 years of experience in Project and/or Program Management in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in leading multi-discipline teams.
• Cost account management experience.
• LSS certification or significant training.
• Transitioning programs from Development to Production and experience in Ramp to Rate activities.
• Able to obtain Secret clearance, US citizenship is required.

Job Description

You will be a Production Operations Program Lead at the Santa Barbara Focalplane site. Our team is responsible for delivering high-quality infrared products and services for Lockheed Martin and other customers.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Oversee and manage operational aspects of projects, serving as liaison between project management, planning, project team, and line management.
• Review project status and budgets.
• Manage schedules and prepare status reports.
• Assess project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals.
• Develop mechanisms for monitoring project progress and intervene with project managers, line managers, and clients.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with a passion for production excellence. This role offers high impact on mission-critical programs, exposure to cutting-edge aerospace technology, and the chance to shape operational success across a dynamic team.

We support work-life balance with flexible scheduling and a comprehensive benefits package. We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is located in Santa Barbara, CA. Discover more about Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Desired Skills

• Black Belt Certification.
• Experience in semiconductor fabrication.
• Experience with reading and interpreting electro, optical mechanical drawings and specifications.

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.

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