Standard Job Description

Supervises the interior completion of aircraft to include sub-assemblies, avionics, mechanics, and aircraft production sites. Ensures customer, engineering, and FAA specifications and regulations are met. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. 

What You Will Be Doing

As a Flight Test Supervisor at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, you'll lead a skilled team responsible for the daily execution of Flight Test Operations. Leveraging your expertise in aerospace manufacturing and maintenance methodologies, you'll ensure the safe and efficient operation of the build area. With a focus on adherence to safety standards, regulatory requirements, and operational excellence, you'll play a crucial role in upholding our commitment to delivering high-quality aerospace solutions. Join us and be part of a team driving innovation and shaping the future of aviation.

Key Responsibilities

- Supervise specific aircraft manufacturing areas, ensuring strict adherence to safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
- Strategically set priorities and effectively allocate resources to support production schedules, emphasizing quality, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to timelines/schedules.
- Provide leadership and guidance to a team of skilled Aircraft technicians, conducting regular performance evaluations, identifying development opportunities, and fostering a culture of teamwork and high performance.
- Act as a primary point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders, addressing their inquiries, needs, and concerns in a timely, professional, and customer-focused manner.
- Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives across functional areas, leveraging best practices, innovative solutions, and lessons learned to enhance overall performance and productivity.

<b>What’s In It For You:</b>
•    We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, <a href=https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/careers/why-lm/LM_Benefits.html> Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.</a>
•    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. 

<b>Further Information About This Opportunity</b>

Palmdale, CA
https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/careers/locations/palmdale-california.html

Basic Qualifications

Flight‑Line Expertise – Proven experience in aircraft launch, recovery, and sortie support acquired at senior enlisted levels
Hands‑On Technical Background – Practical experience with Tech data (T.O), 781‑form documentation, mechanical systems, fuel systems, airframe/structural work, and systems‑integration on high‑performance aircraft.
Regulatory Knowledge – Familiarity with AFI 00‑20‑1 and DCMA‑8210 aircraft‑operations requirements (or comparable military/industry standards).
Security Clearance – Active Top Secret clearance (investigation or continuous evaluation completed within the past 5 years) and eligibility for Special Program Access
Flightline Leadership Experience

Desired Skills

Familiarity with active flight‑line and ground‑operations procedures.
Proven ability to ensure mission readiness and solve complex operational problems.
Hands‑on experience with EVMS (Earned Value Management System) data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Exposure to lean‑manufacturing principles and RCCA (Root‑Cause Corrective Action) methodologies.
Technical degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
Strong manufacturing/start‑up leadership background, with a track record of building and sustaining high‑performing teams