17 technical lead jobs found in Fort Worth

Description: What You Will Be Doing This is a Manufacturing Engineer Sr Staff position on the Production Engineering (PE) F‑35 Strategic Corrective Action (SCA) team in Fort Worth, Texas. In this role dynamic role you will serve in a Technical Lead capacity, primarily supporting the Rework and Repair (R&R) Council, as well as other potential special assignments and Technical Lead duties as required. This high visibility role will allow you to work cross-functionally to develop and execute on the strategy to support the R&R reduction efforts across F-35 Production Operations. This role is essential to shaping the future of F-35 R&R strategy and must be comfortable periodically reporting to Senior Leadership including Director and VP level leaders. You will lead various project charters and support the cross functional teams as needed in their efforts to reduce R&R across the program. This will include investigations of manufacturing processes across multiple...

Description: Lead advanced research, development, and integration of Supportable Low‑Observable (SLO) technologies for the F‑22 program, ensuring reductions in radar cross‑section, infrared, and other signatures while maintaining aircraft performance and sustainment. Key responsibilities Area Typical duties Technical leadership • Define and prioritize SLO research topics (materials, geometry, coatings, active signature management). • Lead cross‑functional IPTs to integrate low‑observable solutions into air‑vehicle designs, test plans, and production processes. Modeling & analysis • Develop high‑fidelity signature‑prediction models (RCS, IR, visual) and validate against flight‑test data. • Use computational electromagnetics (CEM) tools and RCS budgeting to assess design trade‑offs. Materials & processes • Guide selection and qualification of LO‑compatible structural materials, coatings, and treatments. • Oversee laboratory and range testing of signature‑impact of repairs,...

Description: What You Will Be Doing • The F-35 International Manufacturing Engineer will be an expatriate assignment in Cameri, Italy, specifically providing technical assistance to Leonardo F-35 Wing production. • Align and integrate best practices between Lockheed Martin Ft. Worth and Italy to ensure efficiency and mitigate risk within the Co-Production value stream and assist as needed with integration between F-35 build sites. • The ideal candidate will have F-35 Manufacturing Engineering or Specialist experience and be expected to manage multiple projects simultaneously and will have demonstrated expertise in managing complex cross-functional improvement projects from requirement identification through implementation and sustainment • Perform floor support to solve immediate production constraints. • Develop corrective actions and lead projects to improve the production system, reducing Scrap Rework and Repair (SRR) cost and hours per unit (HPU) • Perform manufacturing...

Description: What You Will Be Doing • The F-35 International Operations Engineer will be an expatriate assignment in Cameri, Italy, specifically providing technical assistance to Leonardo F-35 production. • This role will report directly to the Cameri site director and assist with implementation of strategic initiatives, daily/weekly/monthly reporting, and co-leading daily meetings to address production constraints • Partners with management and aids in the development of the team strategy for the Italy Technical Assistance Team (TAT), helping to identify opportunities to further improve Leonardo performance • Capable of analyzing the sequence of operations and workflows to improve efficiencies in plant production facilities, administrative processes, facility and equipment layouts; and establishes methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel • Conduct studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control, engineering time studies, and...

Description: The story of aviation has always been the story of people who have the perseverance to fail, to try again, and to one day succeed. Since Lockheed Martin’s inception and continuing today, the passion to advance aeronautical design and help our customers achieve mission results has been ingrained in our culture. We recognize the talents and experiences of our team members, and we celebrate the unique contributions each individual brings to the table. It is that collective passion, combined with a strategic focus on ever-changing global opportunities, that shapes our path forward. Join us as we continue to innovate, inspire, and make history in the world of aerospace and defense. What You Will Be Doing As a Manufacturing Planner Staff, you will play a critical role in leading material distribution and allocation decisions for the global demand of the F35 Program. You will: • Network and leverage data and resources across all production/FAB sites, SCM, sustainment,...

Description: We are seeking a Level 3 Specialist to support production in the J850 F‑35 final‑assembly line. What You Will Be Doing The role interfaces with numerous cross‑functional groups—including production planning & control, quality, systems and manufacturing engineering, equipment & facilities engineering, material management, and process‑reengineering teams. Second Shift Key responsibilities include: Leading work‑team initiatives and delivering core‑skill training to peers and crew members. Engaging with internal and external customers to support product planning, resolve technical issues, drive process improvements, and close DCMA actions. Applying aerospace manufacturing expertise to ensure safe, efficient, and on‑schedule assembly of the aircraft. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in aerospace manufacturing environments and a proven ability to collaborate across disciplines to achieve production goals. What’s In It For You! From onsite...

Description: Job Description : What You Will Be Doing: Join the J830 Quality North team at Lockheed Martin, where we play a crucial role in supporting the Final Production team. As a Quality Control Analyst, you will ensure that our products meet government compliance standards and are free from Foreign Object Damage (FOD) and defects. This position is vital to our mission, as you will be one of the last lines of defense before our products are delivered to customers. Key Responsibilities: Inspection Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive inspection plans, procedures, and tools to effectively identify product defects. Training & Mentorship: Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to the quality control workforce, enhancing their skills in quality control methods, techniques, and tools. Data Analysis: Analyze and interpret data and metrics to drive actionable insights and foster continuous improvement in our quality processes. Root Cause Collaboration: Work closely...

Description: The Manufacturing Engineering Senior Manager leads the Post Delivery Modification (PDM) team, Manufacturing Test Engineering (MTE) Projects team, and the Enterprise Drilling Technology and Integration (EDTI) team. This role provides technical direction and business leadership for a high performing group of Manufacturing Engineers, Manufacturing Test Engineers, and Tooling Engineers who support all Aeronautics programs. The leader drives cost effective, schedule driven solutions while ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) requirements at the OBS level. Specific responsibilities include: - Develop manufacturing plans and tooling solutions to support and lead complex modifications and repair efforts at customer sites - Gather and translate test equipment requirements into robust, integrated test solutions for a complex production environment - Define hole preparation requirements, development of complex designs, delivery of capabilities, and...

Description: What You Will Be Doing This position will be the Structures Lead for the F35 Wing Systems Manufacturing Engineering Team. This manufacturing engineering lead position will directly support the Wing System production build teams and will require direct coordination with Production, Engineering, Quality, IE, OE and Planning. The candidate should be a subject matter expert in manufacturing engineering and will be responsible for projects for production support, SRR reduction, HPU reduction initiatives, tooling improvements, engineering change management, and mentoring early career team members. Candidate must be able to manage complex technical issues and drive to resolution. All Wing manufacturing engineers are responsible for: • Maintaining/ improving our Standard Operating Procedures and Manufacturing Plans. • Driving our corrective action business rhythms. • Coordinating with other support teams for improvements and affordability initiatives. • Collaboration with...

Description: What You Will Be Doing Position will be at the technical forefront of all F35 Engineering Change Requests (CRs) that impact Production operations across all Domestic Sites. As a Manufacturing Engineer Stf supporting the F-35 Domestic Change Integration Manufacturing Engineering (ME) team, you will be responsible for all CRs processed through the CR lifecycle, serving as one of the primary contacts within Production Engineering providing coordination between various functions to ensure engineering changes can be broken in effectively while remaining within cost and schedule constraints. • Provide technical solutions for a wide range of difficult problems using solutions that are imaginative, thorough, practical and consistent with organization objectives. • Provide technical integration and communicate solutions to support build, training, test and troubleshooting for all manufacturing processes and system check out procedures. • Review and aid the co-producer...

Description: What You Will Be Doing Position will be at the technical forefront of all F35 Engineering Change Requests (CRs) that impact Production operations across all Domestic Sites. As a Manufacturing Engineer Sr supporting the F-35 Domestic Change Integration Manufacturing Engineering (ME) team, you will be responsible for all CRs processed through the CR lifecycle, serving as one of the primary contacts within Production Engineering providing coordination between various functions to ensure engineering changes can be broken in effectively while remaining within cost and schedule constraints. • Provide technical solutions for a wide range of difficult problems using solutions that are imaginative, thorough, practical, and consistent with organization objectives. • Provide technical integration and communicate solutions to support build, training, test, and troubleshooting for all manufacturing processes and system check out procedures. • Review and aid the production...

Description: What You Will Be Doing The Fabrication and Tooling Senior Manager will be responsible for: - Utilizing in-depth knowledge of fabrication, assembly and tool manufacturing processes/techniques - Managing tactical execution of day-to-day operations for the areas of assigned responsibility, accountable for quality, schedule and cost performance - Implementing continuous improvement using Lean and 6S techniques - Maintaining the general appearance and condition of the equipment, facilities, and areas assigned to him/her - Preparing and coordinating program plans, quotes, proposals, schedules and budgets - Implementing work measurement systems including, standards and/or EVMS - Developing team members including both individual contributors and leaders What’s In It For You: From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here....

Description: We are Lockheed Martin Are you ready to take on a leadership role in F-35 Production Operations? As a Multi-Functional Manufacturing Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in overseeing production teams responsible for assembling the world’s most advanced fighter aircraft. This position requires flexibility and variety, as you may be placed on any F-35 Production Build team based on business needs. You must be willing to work any shift, including potential shift rotations, weekend schedules, and required overtime. What You Will Be Doing • Supervise and direct a team of production employees, assigning tasks and ensuring proper execution. • Drive build plans and implement changes to improve quality, schedule adherence, and cost performance. • Foster a culture of First Time Right (FTR) and Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention. • Ensure that employees maintain required certifications for specialized tasks. • Promote and maintain a safe work environment,...

Description: Lockheed Martin is seeking a strategy lead to directly support the F-35 Production Engineering Director in day to day tactical and strategic program execution. What You Will Be Doing This role is a support role to the F-35 Production Engineering director assisting in the overall management of the F-35 Production Engineering business rhythm. Specific duties include but are not limited to: • Lead the Production Engineering (PE) strategy for the F-35 program to include supporting the execution of Hoshin Kanri strategic implementation as well as supporting the PE OBEYA. • Serve as the primary liaison between PE leaders, the Director, and senior management. • Represent PE on cross functional councils and meetings (Constraints Mgmt, R&R Council, “This Week on the Line”, etc.). • Maintain and communicate schedule, staffing, and budget information to stakeholders. • Oversee risk management, culture initiatives, and compliance with DCI cross charging...

Description: Who You Are The Operations Systems and Modeling AI team at Lockheed Martin Aerospace is seeking an Operations AI Engineer (Level 2) who will play a key role in developing, deploying, and maintaining AI-based solutions tailored for production operations. This position focuses on applying advanced artificial intelligence techniques to solve complex operational challenges, delivering impactful results that enhance efficiency and drive productivity. This position will be responsible for overseeing development and deployment of AI solutions, big data analysis, and front-end development for AI and results based applications. What You Will Be Doing - Assist in the development and testing of AI applications that support production‑operations use cases. - Collaborate with senior engineers to apply sound software‑development practices that promote code quality and scalability. - Participate in gathering and documenting requirements from production teams, translating key...

Description: This position will support the Fort Worth Fabrication and Tooling Director as the 'Action Officer' responsible for oversight of organizational strategic/tactical planning and execution. Bridging to the Organization: • Manages Operating Rhythm including scheduling, pre- and post- planning • Bridge gaps between functions, building effective relationships to solve problems and execute cross-functionally You will be the Action Officer - Level 3 for the Fort Worth Fabrication and Tooling team which is responsible for... What You Will Be Doing As the Action Officer - Level 3 you will be responsible for overseeing strategic and tactical planning, driving cross‑functional execution, and acting as the Director’s trusted partner. "Your responsibilities will include:" Manage the operating rhythm, including scheduling, pre‑ and post‑planning activities. Bridge functional gaps, building relationships to solve problems and ensure seamless cross‑functional...

Description: What You Will Be Doing As a Manufacturing Support Team Member – Level 2 in the J850 Assembly Department, you will play a vital role in supporting J850 production and related operational processes in a collaborative, team-based manufacturing environment. You will serve as a key contributor to production execution, quality assurance, and continuous improvement efforts, ensuring that operational goals are met with efficiency and excellence. Support the execution and flow of J850 production, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards. Collaborate in cross-functional activities, including production planning, quality management, and process optimization. Provide hands-on support in coating processes, material handling, and inventory control. Act as a facilitator and mentor for self-directed work teams, promoting knowledge-sharing and team development. Deliver on-the-job training to enhance team capability and technical proficiency. Identify,...