Standard Job Description
The Tactical Missiles Advanced Programs (TMAP) Production Operations manager will be responsible for all aspects of Production Operations efforts associated with active and future programs within TMAP. The TMAP portfolio consists of offensive weapons and mobile launcher platforms. Efforts include expanding the PrSM portfolio, improvements / upgrades to the GMLRS products, booster to new payload concepts, as well as autonomous launcher and launcher upgrades to allow for offensive and defensive weapons. The TMAP Production Operations manager is responsible for driving execution of tasks that deliver affordable and scalable manufacturing solutions that enable rapid fielding, rapid prototyping, and transition of programs into production. Programs with the TMAP portfolio are in various states of their life cycle (aka: Proof of concept to transition to production). This requires the TMAP Production Operations manager to understand the objectives and pursue the appropriate level of manufacturing awareness, but consistently drive the programs for a producible, low-cost solution. The production team will need to introduce new manufacturing processes, challenge legacy design approaches, look for part reduction or part commonality, etc. In addition, this position requires interacting with appropriate Tactical Missiles (TM) Line of Business (LOB) personnel to enable a successful transition to the LOB. A primary objective for all programs under TMAP is to coordinate with production sites and the appropriate program LOBs the information necessary to ensure a successful transition.
As the Production Operations manager for the TMAP Portfolio, your responsibilities will include the following:
Develop and deploy Production Operation's strategies to support the various programs and the various phases of those programs
Drive cost, schedule, and quality performance for various types of hardware
Lead the identification and adoption of advanced manufacturing capabilities and strategic supply chain and industry partnerships.
Lead capital, capacity, and facility‑project planning to support rapid prototyping, rapid fielding, and transition to production.
Drive design‑for‑manufacturability, affordability, and producibility.
Establish a strong partnership with functional leads within the portfolio of programs under TMAP. This includes multiple PMs, Chief Engineers, GSCs representatives and other functional team members
Coordinate with cross‑functional partners—including Advanced Manufacturing and Technology (AMT), Quality, PPC, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Etc
Coordination and collaboration with Business Development, Capture Management, Engineering and Technology, LM Production Sites, and Program Management to align strategy and execution.
Coordinate and participate in all proposal activity for TMAP
Provide guidance and leadership to the Manufacturing Engineering (Mfg Eng) and Production Process & Control (PPC) team
Basic Qualifications
A broad base of knowledge regarding electronic, electromechanical, and mechanical production
Previous operations leadership experience in a production environment
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
Previous development experience
Transition to production knowledge and experience
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
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 proposal development experience
Experience with Make-Buy generation and strategy
Experience in the design of manufacturing processes, procedures, and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, machining and material handling
CAM Certification or cost analysis experience
Design for Assembly (DFA) familiarity or experience
Ability to Lead with Vision and driven to Shape the Future
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $158700.00 - $294700.00
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.