Manufacturing Engineering Sr Mgr - L6

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   Skunk Works® is on the leading edge of manufacturing innovation. We continually look for ways to improve processes and performance while extracting cost by focusing on the areas of advanced composites, additive manufacturing and high-temperature structures.

Manages the day to day activity of a large production engineering team in support of a Classified program.  This includes the responsibility for production engineering life cycle deliverables from product design through manufacturing implementation.   The team consists of manufacturing engineers, test engineers, tooling engineers, manufacturing planners, project managements reps, CAMs and associated mid-level leaders. • Lead the organizational goals and support the line of business customers. • Support the setup of new and expanded facilities, associated capital assets and factory of the future aspects including manufacturing automation and digital transformation within the ADP program framework. • Support creation & implementation of Manufacturing Plan and associated processes / products across Production Engineering disciplines. • Identify organizational/operational gaps and be able to reach across the company resource base to secure solutions. We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

You are a multi-faceted teammate able to communicate and function effectively on a  team to create a collaborative environment that allows for the establishment of mission goals. Self-motivated and inspired, you thrive in an environment where you are empowered to work your craft, never settling for the bare minimum.  Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Palmdale, CA This position is in Palmdale, CA   Discover Palmdale. Basic Qualifications 
 • Bachelor Degree •FSL Leadership experience • Production Engineering, Manufacturing, &/or Quality experience. • Understanding of multiple aircraft platforms and ability to identify management and technical assistance requirements to support partner program start up. • Experience using tools and techniques to drive continuous improvement. • Project management and decision making experience utilizing business and financial acumen. • Active secret or higher clearance with investigation within 5 years Desired Skills 
 • Understanding of modern PLM/MES systems • Corrective Action and Problem Solving skills • Masters degree • Strong presence, communications and ability to address complex matter / solutions with senior leadership • Ability to manage, coach, train and motivate team in technical and leadership development • Ready for a highly visible execution-based assignment • Knowledge and experience in programs that successfully demonstrate a digital thread • Strong and effective leadership and interpersonal skills required. • Key Competencies required are adaptability, analytical thinking, leadership, and customer focus • Experience in successfully leading a diverse matrix team • Demonstrated results on complex leadership assignments • Empowers others to achieve desired results and holds them accountable • Strong and effective oral communication and presentation skills required • Demonstrated ability to form partnerships across organizations and/or business units to improve execution and competitive performance +12 years’ experience in a business and manufacturing