Production Operations Manager (Level 5)

JOB ID: 724217BR

Date posted: Apr. 27, 2026

Description:

You will be the Production Operations Manager (Level 5) for the Advanced Programs Production Operations team. Our team is responsible for delivering affordable, scalable manufacturing solutions that enable rapid fielding of advanced air‑ and missile‑defense systems.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Production Operations Manager (Level 5) you will be responsible for leading all Production Operations activities and shaping the strategy that drives rapid fielding of critical defense hardware.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and deploy Production Operations strategies for design and development of production systems.


• Direct cost, schedule, and quality performance for prototyping and development hardware builds.


• Lead identification and adoption of advanced manufacturing capabilities and strategic supply‑chain partnerships.


• Oversee capital, capacity, and facility‑project planning to support rapid fielding.


• Coordinate with Advanced Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and Program Management to align strategy and execution.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a decisive, collaborative leader who thrives in fast‑paced, mission‑critical environments. You will influence high‑visibility programs, mentor a talented Operations team, and see your strategic decisions translate into tangible fielded capabilities.

Further Information About This Opportunity

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.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related discipline
• A broad base of knowledge regarding electronic, electromechanical, and mechanical production
• Previous operations leadership experience in a production environment required
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization, including to non-technical personnel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated skills in team building and leading through influence
• Ability to obtain a "Secret" security clearance

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality tools for design and manufacturing applications
• Familiarity with Robotic Automation capabilities
• Familiarity with Factory modeling and simulation tools and applications
• Business acumen, with emphasis on Business Development, Capture strategy, and Operations strategy
• TRL/MRL knowledge and experience
• Transition to production knowledge and experience
• Experience on Production Phases of programs
• Contracting: familiarity with Other Transaction Authority (OTA) and Middle Tier of Acquisition
• Related professional level career experience in production operations
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification
• Production Operations leadership experience
• Experience in program development with emphasis on cross-functional collaboration and leadership
• Experience in capacity & capital planning
• Understanding and wide application of assembly and test methods
• First Unit Flow planning & execution
• Manufacturing & test statement of work and

• Experience with Make-Buy generation and strategy
• Experience in the design of manufacturing

• CAM Certification or cost analysis experience
• Design for Assembly (DFA) familiarity or experience
• Ability to Lead with Vision and driven to Shape the Future

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At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

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