38 production operations lead jobs found in Fort Worth

Description: At Lockheed Martin we are committed to shaping the future of aviation! Our Aeronautics Supply Chain team is passionate about delivering innovative, affordable, and agile solutions that exceed our customer’s expectations. The supply chain team touches every product and service we deliver and enables our customers to do the impossible every day. At Aeronautics, we leverage problem solving, creativity, and data to tackle the most exciting challenges in the industry. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. You have arrived at your career destination! Join us! Who You Are You'll perform as a Global Supply Chain, ERP Business Analyst, Senior What You Will Be Doing This position is for an SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) IT Analyst in the Lockheed Martin Enterprise IT organization supporting the Aeronautics business area. The hired individual will work to understand business needs...

Description: You will be the Manufacturing Engineer - Level 2 for the International Co-Production Manufacturing Engineering support team which is responsible for... What You Will Be Doing As the Manufacturing Engineer - Level 2 you will be responsible for improving sub assembly build processes and driving cost effective, high quality production for F 16 components. Your responsibilities will include: Support production operations by refining sub assembly processes, eliminating repetitive defects, and reducing unnecessary costs. Develop and modify manufacturing plans, interpreting engineering blueprints to support both production and prototype articles. Investigate and resolve non conformances through root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. Optimize machining strategies for CNC mills and lathes to produce precision components efficiently. Collaborate with quality, production, tooling, and engineering teams to implement innovative...

Description: Do you want to be part of a team supporting the assembly of the most advanced aircraft in the world? Join our team and become part of our mission. This Position is in the Lockheed Martin Enterprise Operations (EO) organization supporting the Aeronautics Business Unit. Candidate will be part of a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary team that builds a secure, scalable Intelligent Factory framework for Aeronautics. We automate the flow of machine data into a unified lake, creating a digital thread that connects hardware and software across the enterprise. Scaling adoption of this framework empowers cross‑functional teams to work with robust cyber‑security, standardized metrics, and a culture of continuous OT/IT training and awareness. By delivering real‑time production insights, we enable better business decisions, drive consistent ROI, and keep critical assets available and performant. As part of this role, candidate will: • Lead floor support as primary technical liaison...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin Join Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in Fort Worth, TX , as a Manufacturing Support Team Member – Staff (Level 4) . In this role, you will support manufacturing operations by ensuring production aligns with engineering requirements while coordinating across engineering, quality, and customer-facing functions. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING • Ensure Production Accuracy – Work closely with engineering teams to confirm that build processes meet design specifications. • Support Quality & Compliance – Partner with Quality and Material Review Board (MRB) teams to assess non-conformances and implement corrective actions. • Engage with Customers & Auditors – Serve as a liaison with DCMA and external customers, addressing inquiries and ensuring compliance with program and contractual standards. • Drive Continuous Improvement – Identify opportunities for efficiency, process improvements, and quality enhancements within manufacturing operations....

Description: Lockheed Martin Aeronautics. Be More Than You Can Imagine. Who We Are Our products play an important role in the national security of the United States and more than 70 other countries, ensuring peace and stability around the world. Highly trained and specialized personnel and facilities are key to the company's unrivaled success in the aeronautics industry. Our workforce of more than 25,000 has pre-eminent expertise in advanced aircraft design and production, modification and support, stealth technology and systems integration. What You Will Be Doing Test Engineer: The F-35 Manufacturing Test Engineering (MTE) organization is hiring a E3 Test Engineer to support Final Assembly operation. This position directly supports the F-35 Factory Production line, which is a 24/7 operation. This position is a 1st shift 4/10A or 5/40 work schedule. Located at a facility that requires special access and requires a clearance as indicated below. This position is 100% on site....

Description: What You Will Be Doing The Manufacturing Operations Specialist supports production, business, and related processes within a team oriented manufacturing environment. The role spans multiple cross functional areas—including production planning & control, total quality management, systems, equipment & facilities engineering, material management, and process reengineering—to ensure efficient, high quality output. Key Responsibilities • Assist with production planning, scheduling, and control activities. • Participate in total quality management initiatives and drive continuous improvement. • Support systems, equipment, and facilities engineering tasks, including troubleshooting and upgrades. • Manage material flow, inventory, and logistics to maintain optimal supply levels. • Lead or facilitate self directed work teams, providing guidance and training in core manufacturing skills. • Collaborate with internal and external customers on product planning, problem...

Description: You will be the Manufacturing Engineer Sr - Level 3 for the Production Engineering Digital Transformation team which is responsible for developing and deploying PLM capabilities that support the PE 1LMX initiative. What You Will Be Doing As the Manufacturing Engineer Sr - Level 3 you will be responsible for creating, testing, and documenting PLM functionality that aligns with Production Engineering requirements. Your responsibilities will include: Develop PE capabilities in Teamcenter PLM, ensuring software functionality meets current and future program needs. Create job guides, training materials, and process documentation specific to PE responsibilities. Test developed capabilities across the Integrated Operational Framework (IOF), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate PLM capabilities seamlessly throughout the enterprise ecosystem....

Description: You will be the Manufacturing Engineering Sr Staff for the Production Engineering Digital Transformation (PE DX) team which is responsible for developing and deploying PLM capabilities to support the Digital Transformation and 1LMX initiatives. What You Will Be Doing As the Manufacturing Engineering Sr Staff you will be responsible for shaping the PLM ecosystem to meet current and future program needs. Your responsibilities will include: Develop and enhance PE capabilities in Teamcenter PLM, aligning functionality with present and future program requirements. Create comprehensive Teamcenter job guides, training materials, and documented processes specific to PE responsibilities. Test and validate new capabilities across the Integrated Operational Framework, ensuring seamless integration with MES, ERP, and related systems. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to embed PLM solutions throughout the technology ecosystem. What’s In It...

Description: Lockheed Martin’s legacy of aviation excellence is built on perseverance, innovation, and a relentless drive to deliver mission‑critical results. As a Level 2 F-35 Wing Systems Manufacturing Engineer, you will work with senior engineers and cross‑functional teams, gaining exposure to the fundamentals of aircraft structural/systems manufacturing while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, SRR reduction initiatives, tooling improvements, and engineering change management. What You Will Be Doing • Project Support – Assist senior engineers on production‑support initiatives such as SRR reduction, HPU reduction, and tooling refinements. • Documentation – Contribute to updates of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Manufacturing Plans under guidance. • Corrective Action Participation – Join corrective action reviews, execute assigned Corrective Action Plan (CAP) tasks, and track issue resolution. • CAD Assistance – Provide basic CAD support (CATIA...

Description: What You Will Be Doing Scope of this position is support Delivery Operations and other core manufacturing processes in a dynamic, team-based production environment. Engage internal and external customers to resolve product planning issues, improve processes and enhance overall product quality. 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. 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. Fort Worth, TX This position is in Fort Worth, TX  Discover Fort Worth. Basic...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is seeking a Completion Supervisor (Level 3) to join our team in Fort Worth, TX. In this role, you will lead and supervise a team of represented mechanics and technicians in the completion of aircraft builds, systems testing, and operational check flights. You will be responsible for ensuring work is completed on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with company and regulatory standards. This position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to safety and quality in a dynamic aerospace environment. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING Test Engineering Support & Leadership: • Lead and supervise teams of represented mechanics and technicians in the completion of aircraft builds, systems testing, and operational check flights. • Manage and adjust work assignments to meet both tactical and strategic goals. • Ensure tasks are completed on schedule, within budget, and in adherence to established...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin As a Production Control Supervisor (Level 3) at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in Fort Worth, TX, you will directly impact the success of production operations that support national security and global stability. You’ll join a team that delivers advanced aircraft to the U.S. and allied forces with speed, quality, and precision. With more than 25,000 employees dedicated to excellence in aerospace, this is your opportunity to lead, support, and grow within a mission-driven culture. What You Will Be Doing Supervise represented employees in direct support of material handling activities on the production line. Ensure timely delivery of hard tooling, part kits, consumables, and standard hardware in a presentation method that maximizes efficiency and traceability. Maintain high standards for housekeeping, Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention, and audit-readiness in all operational areas. Oversee the staging of all work-in-process...

Description: What You Will Be Doing This Position will be the Production Control Discrete Material Lead for a specific business unit on the F35 Program. Basic responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Serve as the POC of Production Control for the Production build team. Interface directly with all levels of Management, including cross-functional integration. Ensure all the right material is in the right place at the right time / material metric impact management. Review and take action as required on previous week unplanned adds. Manage accuracy for system integrity. Review schedule stability. Review and validate material shortage impacts to EAC's with CAM. Review Operating Supply previous month actuals (Discrete items and F35 overhead high $ items). Validate Planning factors are accurate for PLS and Operating Supplies (Consumables & Perishable Tools). What’s In It For You: 3 day weekends every weekend! From onsite to remote, we offer flexible...

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: 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: You will be the F-35 Mission Data Manager for the F-35 Common Reprogramming Tool (CRT) Design Team which is responsible for delivering mission‑data solutions across the F‑35 platform. What You Will Be Doing As the F-35 Systems Design Manager you will be responsible for leading the Integrated Product Team (IPT) within the Mission Systems Directorate, ensuring functional, cost, and technical excellence in mission‑data product development. Your responsibilities will include: Defining and documenting engineering requirements and writing detailed specifications. Coordinating with Principal Engineers, government reprogramming laboratories, and key stakeholders. Creating and maintaining Mission Data Files (MDF) for laboratory and production use. Overseeing sustainment, production, and modernization tasks for the CRT design effort. Providing technical leadership and cost‑management guidance to the IPT. What’s In It For You We are...

Description: You will be the Affordability Engineer Senior - Level 3 for the F-35 Affordability Engineering team which is responsible for delivering cost‑effective solutions across the F‑35 program. What You Will Be Doing As the Affordability Engineer Senior - Level 3 you will be responsible for driving cost‑reduction initiatives and providing strategic affordability guidance to multiple stakeholders. "Your responsibilities will include:" Integrate and execute Cost Reduction Initiatives (CRI) across Production, Sustainment, and Development business units. Advise cost‑category owners and CRI project leads on affordability processes, decision criteria, and funding options. Monitor CRI project budgets and progress, delivering technical guidance to process managers. Act as liaison among engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, suppliers, and program stakeholders. Develop expertise as a Value‑Driven Solutions Specialist supporting Aeronautics...

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: Contracts Senior Manager Location: Fort Worth TX What You Will Be Doing Contracts Lead for F-35 Production Business Unit. In close collaboration with BU Program and Finance leadership, this role will lead the team responsible for F-35 air vehicle production, obsolescence, and support equipment contract negotiation and management. Key Responsibilities - Serve as the Contracts Lead for the F-35 Production Business Unit, providing strategic oversight and leadership across a complex portfolio of production, obsolescence, and support equipment contracts. - Lead and develop a high-performing contracts team responsible for contract negotiation, administration, execution, and compliance activities. - Partner closely with Business Unit Program and Finance leadership to support business objectives, contractual strategy, and program execution. - Direct contract negotiations with customers, suppliers, and key stakeholders to achieve favorable business outcomes while...