23 production operations lead jobs found in Palmdale

Description: Senior Quality Assurance Engineer (Level 3) • Candidate will develop, modify, and maintain quality evaluation and control systems on specified programs within Advance Development Programs (ADP) (Skunk Works) in Palmdale CA. • This includes collaborating with engineering and manufacturing counterparts to ensure quality requirements and standards are achieved. • The candidate will design and implement inspection and testing processes including enabling new technologies based on business case analysis to achieve quality requirements in the most effective manner. • Candidate will perform data analysis and identify corrective action and improvement opportunities. • Maintains a DCMA/NASA/Customer quality relationship. Establishes and maintains effective Quality Program Team business rhythm. • The selected candidate will ensure corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with stated requirements. • Areas of specialization...

Description: The Aeronautics Global Production Operations organization is seeking a Training Integrator to join the Factory & Field Training Team in Palmdale. The Training Integrator will serve as the primary liaison between Factory and Field Training and Production Operations, overseeing the operational aspects of ongoing training projects. This role is responsible for tracking project status, managing schedules, preparing reports, and ensuring that all initiatives meet productivity, quality, and client‑satisfaction goals. What You Will Be Doing Key Responsibilities The selected candidate will support the Operations Integration – Factory & Field Training organization by influencing and managing training solutions for Production Operations staff. Primary responsibilities include: •Training Integration -Develop and maintain master training plans aligned with business objectives. -Oversee the creation, scheduling, and tracking of individual learning plans. -Ensure...

Description: You will be the Manufacturing Supervisor Swing Shift - Level 3 for the Edges & Radomes Manufacturing team which is responsible for overseeing multi‑functional production in the composites area. What You Will Be Doing As the Manufacturing Supervisor Swing Shift - Level 3 you will be responsible for leading a represented workforce to meet cost, schedule, and quality objectives on the swing shift. Your responsibilities will include: Direct daily manufacturing operations, assign work to mechanics, and ensure compliance with manufacturing policies. Monitor performance against Quality, Schedule, and Cost targets and take corrective actions as needed. Perform administrative duties, including tracking overtime, attendance, and shift hand‑offs. Drive continuous‑improvement initiatives and develop technical competencies within the team. Maintain a safe work environment and promptly address any unsafe conditions. What’s In It For You...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin 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. It is that passion combined with a strategic focus on ever changing global opportunities that shapes our path forward. What You Will Be Doing As a Completion Manager, you will lead advanced manufacturing teams in a dynamic and high-stakes environment. Your responsibilities will include: • Overseeing the ADP Composite Shop and Foam Shop in Palmdale, CA, as part of Build Team Echo. • Leading associate managers, supervisors, and skilled technicians in composite fabrication, composite assembly, and foam bonding operations. • Supporting multiple classified programs aligned with ADP’s long-range strategic objectives. • Ensuring...

Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and optimizing manufacturing processes and procedures to drive operational excellence. You will leverage your expertise in materials, tooling, and process flow to define build sequences and ensure product quality, efficiency, and manufacturability. Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and refine manufacturing processes and build sequences based on a strong understanding of materials and fabrication techniques. Evaluate equipment and tool performance to verify efficiency, reliability, and alignment with production requirements. Identify and resolve issues related to tooling, process capability, and production inefficiencies through root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. Collaborate with design engineering teams to provide feedback on design concepts and specifications, ensuring manufacturability and optimal use of available equipment and methods. Operate within a...

Description: As a Skunk, Manufacturing Engineer you are a Visionary, looking beyond today’s challenges, seeing far into the future and identifying capability gaps. You are Passionate, Skunks truly love a challenge and bring an honest commitment to advancing the state of flight and technology. Skunks are continuously learning to build skill sets. This passion for learning helps them understand engineering trade-offs to strike the right balance in their designs. Candidate should be experienced in creating and administering manufacturing plans for make and buy parts, materials masters, and planning tracking mechanisms. This position is in Palmdale, CA  Discover Palmdale. 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: What You Will Be Doing Lead day‑to‑day production planning and scheduling activities to ensure on‑time delivery. Oversee material readiness and inventory accuracy, addressing any gaps that could impact output. Identify and implement continuous‑improvement initiatives across planning and production support functions. Partner cross‑functionally with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Program Management to align schedules and resources. Must be a United States citizen What’s In It For You: 3 day weekends every weekend! 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...

Description: What You Will Be Doing Lead day‑to‑day production planning and scheduling activities to ensure on‑time delivery. Oversee material readiness and inventory accuracy, addressing any gaps that could impact output. Drive accountability, coaching, and development of team members. Identify and implement continuous‑improvement initiatives across planning and production support functions. Partner cross‑functionally with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Program Management to align schedules and resources. Must be a United States citizen What’s In It For You: 3 day weekends every weekend! 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...

Description: What You Will Be Doing Lead day‑to‑day production planning and scheduling activities to ensure on‑time delivery. Oversee material readiness and inventory accuracy, addressing any gaps that could impact output. Identify and implement continuous‑improvement initiatives across planning and production support functions. Partner cross‑functionally with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Program Management to align schedules and resources. Must be a United States citizen What’s In It For You: 3 day weekends every weekend! 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...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin 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 activities for manufacturing engineering team in support of multiple programs. Lead organizational objectives and support line of business customers. • Responsible for project coordination, process reviews, process improvement initiatives and oversight for manufacturing projects in support of production operations. • Establish overall tempo for engineering team and will collaborate cross-functionally with other organizations including production engineering team, production operations, quality and production control. • Responsible for overall department budgets and scheduling of assets to support program needs. • Represent Manufacturing Engineering team during...

Description: 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. Who You Are If you are someone who enjoys guiding others to success, this opportunity will invite you to lead and inspire. • Visionary, innovative, and strategic. • Enjoy Leading and developing your team to success. • Able to listen to others, use creative problem-solving, and arrive at an outcome that satisfies everyone. What You Will Be Doing This manager position will require leading a team of Tool Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers located in Palmdale, CA that develops plans and designs in support of Production Stand Up for classified programs. This position will lead their team by providing managerial oversight and accountability for the following tasks: • Work with other organizations to develop...

Description: You will be the Logistics Item Manager - Level 3 for the Logistics Team which is responsible for overseeing the Autonomic Logistics Management System (ALMS) and ensuring precise inventory tracking. What You Will Be Doing As the Logistics Item Manager - Level 3 you will be responsible for managing inventory data, improving control processes, and coordinating with suppliers to sustain efficient operations. "Your responsibilities will include:" Maintain accurate inventory records in ALMS and reconcile discrepancies promptly. Reduce inventory shortages through proactive monitoring and corrective actions. Manage supplier relationships to guarantee timely deliveries and optimal stock levels. Analyze daily product and supply trends to anticipate and mitigate potential inventory issues. Continuously improve inventory control procedures for greater efficiency. What’s In It For You "We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin Aviation's story is one of perseverance—failing, trying again, and achieving success. Since its inception, Lockheed Martin has embraced this spirit, advancing aeronautical design and delivering mission success. We value the talents of our team, celebrating their unique contributions. Together, our passion and strategic vision drive innovation, inspire progress, and shape the future of aerospace and defense. Join us in making history. Elevate your career as a Control Account Manager (CAM) for Palmdale Fabrication for the F-22 Program and Skunk Works (ADP). In this key role, you’ll ensure EVM compliance while managing cost, schedule, and technical performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the success of the world’s most advanced fighter aircraft. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING • Earned Value Management: Oversee compliance and implementation of EVM principles, managing cost, schedule, and technical scope. • Performance Analysis:...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer (Radar/EW) – Level 3 for the Radar/EW Systems Engineering team which is responsible for delivering advanced RF engineering solutions across the full aircraft lifecycle. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer (Radar/EW) – Level 3 you will be responsible for applying RF engineering expertise to design, develop, integrate, produce, and sustain cutting‑edge radar and electronic‑warfare systems. Your responsibilities will include: Performing RF analysis, modeling, and testing to support system design and performance verification. Integrating radar/EW subsystems into aircraft platforms using Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices. Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to transition designs from development through production and sustainment. Applying digital engineering tools to create and maintain accurate system models and documentation. Ensuring compliance with security and...

Description: You will be the Aeronautical Engineer Sr Stf for the Advanced Development Programs (Skunk Works) which is responsible for... What You Will Be Doing As the Aeronautical Engineer Sr Stf you will be responsible for driving the integration and design synthesis of the XR/AGM 158 Flex and ARRW weapon system family while collaborating across a multidisciplinary team. Your responsibilities will include: Lead integration and design synthesis across aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, thermodynamics, electronics, controls, and actuation. Conduct multidisciplinary system trade studies to optimize performance and cost. Coordinate with fabrication, assembly, MRB, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure smooth production operations. Generate and present technical and administrative materials for customers and internal stakeholders. Mentor early‑career engineers and champion One LM culture across cross‑functional teams. What’s In It For You...

Description: As a Quality Engineer on Advanced Development Programs, you’ll be responsible for driving process improvements, managing variation, and influencing cross-functional strategies that reduce defects, scrap, and rework. You’ll collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams while representing the voice of quality in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Key Responsibilities: Applies quality principles in the areas of: design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation, program performance, reliability, inventory control, and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality for make and/or buy products. Performs technical evaluations including product requirements, specifications, models/designs, drawings and procedures. Collaborates with program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and customers on quality related issues to ensure quality standards are in place. Engages in product failure...

Description: You will be the Research Scientist for the ADP SLO team which is responsible for driving engineering support across design and production programs. What You Will Be Doing As the Research Scientist you will be responsible for providing engineering support to production, collecting and analyzing RCS data, and developing sustainment processes. Your responsibilities will include: Collect RCS data using specialized test equipment and interpret results to influence component serviceability. Develop processes and procedures for LO sustainment, including defect and repair effect assessments. Perform Stability‑Over‑Time analysis and contribute to intellectual‑property evaluations and patent applications. Coordinate inter‑departmental activities and research efforts related to materials and coatings applications. Support program decision‑making through data‑driven insights and recommendations. What’s In It For You We are committed to...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin 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 activities for manufacturing engineering team in support of multiple programs. Lead organizational objectives and support line of business customers. • Responsible for project coordination, process reviews, process improvement initiatives and oversight for manufacturing projects in support of production operations. • Establish overall tempo for engineering team and will collaborate cross-functionally with other organizations including production engineering team, production operations, quality and production control. • Responsible for overall department budgets and scheduling of assets to support program needs. • Represent Manufacturing Engineering team during...

Description: What You Will Be Doing As a Senior Manager of Fabrication and Tooling you will be responsible for: - Utilizing in-depth knowledge of fabrication, assembly and tool manufacturing processes/techniques - Managing and being responsible for the day-to-day operation of the assigned groups for quality, schedule and cost performance - Implementing continuous improvement using Lean and 6S techniques - The general appearance and condition of the equipment / facilities assigned to him/her - Preparing/coordinating program plans, quotes, proposals, schedules and budgets - Implementing work measurement on production programs to include standards and/or EVMS - Developing the team to include the development of each leadership position, technical training of the workforce and development of new leadership and technical talent This position is located at a facility that requires special access and ability to obtain Secret Clearance is required (can start role with interim Secret...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer (Radar/EW) - Level 4 for the Skunk Works which is responsible for advancing radar and electronic‑warfare capabilities on Lockheed Martin’s most advanced aeronautics programs. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer (Radar/EW) - Level 4 you will be responsible for delivering high‑performance RF solutions that enable mission‑critical radar and EW systems across the product lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include: Perform RF engineering analyses and modeling for radar and electronic‑warfare subsystems. Contribute to system design, development, integration, test, and production activities. Apply Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices to create and maintain digital system models. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to validate requirements and ensure seamless integration. Support sustainment and troubleshoot performance issues throughout the hardware lifecycle. What’s In...