45 project lead jobs found in Palmdale

Description: Quality Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) & Metrology operations (Level 5) The leader chosen for this position will lead a team of NDT/NDI Test Engineers and represented inspectors. This highly dynamic team continually introduces new technology and techniques in the most advanced programs at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics. The leader supervises a staff of 8 direct reports and 21 employees. The leaders will ensure adequate staffing, training, and personnel development. The majority of the team supports first shift operations though support is provided 24/7. The position oversees and proactively manages X-ray, CT, UT and other NDI equipment. Heavy involvement in capital request development and procurement. Develops and supports external contract development and implementation as appropriate. Manages travel of employees to support NDI needs at multiple locations. Creates Basis of Estimates (BOE) for contracts and supports negotiations through...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin • Works independently or leads a team to execute project, schedule, and technical requirements to meet the goals of the test program. • Responsible for specification, selection, design, integration, operation and maintenance of airborne data acquisition systems, and their related components. This includes telemetry, flight test specific hardware, or prototypes for flight test evaluation. • Responsible for mechanical build, installation, and aircraft structure modification designs. • Responsible for electrical designs and schematics to include power supplies, signal conditioning, amplification, heating, and cooling provisions. • Oversee installation, checkout, and calibration of data systems, to ensure collected data can be properly displayed, processed, and analyzed. • Support occasional travel **Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.** EngineeringAeronautics What’s In It For You...

Description: Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, home of the world-renowned Skunk Works®, turns visionary aircraft into reality and is known for building the finest military aircraft in the world. This recognition is continually earned through our commitment to relentless research and development of high-performance aircraft, continuously seeking innovative, low-cost design and manufacturing strategies, and delivering operational readiness for our customers' missions to ensure continued relevancy for the life cycle of our products. Selected individual will become part of the Production Control Support Services team in Palmdale. Candidate will join a select group of individuals who are responsible for providing Production Control support to numerous Palmdale programs. Individual will be responsible for implementing material flow strategies for consumables, durable & perishable tools in support of legacy and new ADP programs. Individual must be a self starter, posses...

Description: You will be the Aircraft Electrical Engineer for the team which is responsible for... What You Will Be Doing As the Aircraft Electrical Engineer you will be responsible for designing, integrating, and maintaining aircraft electrical and IVHM systems to ensure optimal health monitoring and performance. “Your responsibilities will include:” Develop and certify electrical schematics and wiring for advanced aircraft platforms. Lead IVHM system analysis, data integration, and fault detection algorithms. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement health management strategies. Provide technical guidance and reviews throughout the development lifecycle. Maintain compliance with aerospace standards and clearance requirements. What’s In It For You We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package...

Description: Who We Are This exciting position is with our historic Skunk Works program. Skunk Works is an integral part of Lockheed's Aeronautics business area responsible for advanced systems development including conceptual design and rapid prototyping of clean sheet solutions and improvements and derivatives to existing systems. The ideal skunk is an agile, multi-faceted teammate who loves to solve our customer's most difficult challenges. Some of our unclassified projects include the U-2, SR-71 Blackbird, F-22 Raptor, F-117 Nighthawk, and the F-35 Lightening II. Learn more about some of the incredible things we do. Who You Are You are a multi-faceted teammate able to communicate and function effectively on an engineering team to create a collaborative environment that allows for the establishment of mission goals. Self-motivated and inspired, you thrive in an environment where you are empowered to work your craft, never settling for the bare minimum. What You Will Be...

Description: Who We Are This exciting position is with our historic Skunk Works program. Skunk Works is an integral part of Lockheed's Aeronautics business area responsible for advanced systems development including conceptual design and rapid prototyping of clean sheet solutions and improvements and derivatives to existing systems. The ideal skunk is an agile, multi-faceted teammate who loves to solve our customer's most difficult challenges. Some of our unclassified projects include the U-2, SR-71 Blackbird, F-22 Raptor, F-117 Nighthawk, and the F-35 Lightening II. Learn more about some of the incredible things we do. Who You Are You are a multi-faceted teammate able to communicate and function effectively on an engineering team to create a collaborative environment that allows for the establishment of mission goals. Self-motivated and inspired, you thrive in an environment where you are empowered to work your craft, never settling for the bare minimum. What You Will Be...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin As a member of the Palmdale Receiving Center Operations (RCO) team, you will be responsible for managing the efficient movement of material, classified parts and spares from receiving into the warehouse. You'll monitor inventory stocking levels and engage other organizations to assist in maintaining company owned inventory goals and metrics. You will also be responsible for a group of subordinate employees in providing support to multiple manufacturing areas across the site and implementing material flow strategies for existing and new ADP programs. To succeed in this role, you must be a self starter, posses thorough interpersonal skills, have the ability to lead and guide subordinates, and be able to utilize MRP (Material Review Processes), SAP. You may attend / chair status meetings advising management of the status of work in progress, and material availability. You must have the ability to resolve issues that may arise in the manufacturing...

Description: You will be the Project Management and Planning Operations Staff - Level 4 for the Project Management and Planning Operations team which is responsible for coordinating build‑team activities and ensuring process compliance on Advanced Development Programs. What You Will Be Doing As the Project Management and Planning Operations Staff - Level 4 you will be responsible for aligning build teams, supporting supervisors and engineers, and driving process‑improvement initiatives. Your responsibilities will include: Identify, coordinate, and align build‑team functions supporting major Advanced Development Programs. Assist floor supervisors and project engineers with business execution tasks, serving as the FOD‑prevention point of contact and iCAR coordinator. Perform CAM‑type duties, including program alignment, information flow, PMT data completion, and internal team goal tracking. Promote process compliance and continuous‑improvement across...

Description: The Software Quality Engineering (SWQE) Associate is an entry-level Q&MS position. The Associate supports software quality engineering activities throughout the software development lifecycle to help ensure software products are safe, secure, reliable, and compliant with customer, regulatory, and contractual requirements. Working under the guidance of experienced Software Quality Engineers, the Associate participates in software process evaluations, product evaluations, defect prevention, risk identification, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives supporting mission-critical aerospace and defense programs. This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in software engineering, software quality engineering, Agile development, DevSecOps, DO-178C, and Model-Based Systems Engineering while contributing to advanced aircraft and defense systems. - Must be a U.S. citizen. - Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of...

Description: As a Production Control Senior Manager in Palmdale, CA, you will lead the Production Control Operations team within the Fabrication build areas and Support Services as part of the Production Control Senior Leadership team which includes Replenishment Center Operations (receiving, warehouse, shipping), Transportation, Chemical Management, and more. In this position you will lead a team of 100+ leaders, non-represented, and represented employees ensuring operational excellence. What You Will Be Doing As a Production Control Senior Manager, you will: • Lead strategic planning and execution for all material and scheduling activities supporting Fabrication and Support Services. • Manage Production Control disciplines and ensure adherence, including business process management, data analytics, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Drive employee development, ensuring training, knowledge continuity, and professional growth for your team. • Formulate risk mitigation...

Description: You will be the Int. Program Planner Staff-Integrated Planning, Skunk Works® - Level 4: for the Skunk Works® team which is responsible for... What You Will Be Doing As the Int. Program Planner Staff-Integrated Planning, Skunk Works® - Level 4: you will be responsible for organizing tasks, developing and maintaining program schedules, and coordinating across engineering, procurement, contracts, business management, production, and quality control to ensure mission success. Your responsibilities will include: Break down products into tasks, define sequences and durations, and manage schedule baselines. Ensure on‑time, in‑budget delivery with desired quality outcomes. Develop, maintain, and analyze program schedules using advanced planning tools. Serve as a trusted advisor and model planning excellence for the program team. Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to align resources and resolve planning risks. What’s In It For You We...

Description: You will be the Int. Program Planner Staff‑Skunk Works® Integrated Planning - Level 4 for the Skunk Works® team which is responsible for delivering cutting‑edge aerospace programs. What You Will Be Doing As the Int. Program Planner Staff‑Skunk Works® Integrated Planning - Level 4 you will be responsible for organizing tasks, building and maintaining program schedules, and coordinating across engineering, procurement, contracts, business management, production, and quality to ensure mission‑critical outcomes. Your responsibilities will include: Develop, maintain, and analyze detailed schedules using Deltek Open Plan and Milestones Professional. Manage schedule baselines, perform monthly variance analysis, and assess impacts of proposed work. Apply Critical Path Methodology to create robust schedule networks and identify risk mitigation actions. Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to align resources, resolve gaps, and support Earned Value...

Description: Your Impact: You will be the Industrial Engineer (Level 2) for the Industrial Engineering team which is responsible for facilities layouts, work measurement, cost analysis, capacity planning, capital project management, and production‑process improvement. What You Will Be Doing: As the Industrial Engineer (Level 2) you will be responsible for supporting cross‑functional improvement efforts, conducting data‑driven analyses, and applying Lean and Six‑Sigma practices to enhance production efficiency. Your responsibilities will include: - Support cross‑functional improvement initiatives for a designated production area. - Identify focus areas and perform observations and time studies to drive cost‑driver analysis. - Utilize visualization and data‑analytics tools to evaluate production processes. - Apply Lean and Six‑Sigma methodologies, leading major improvement projects. - Assist in new product development and proposal efforts through rigorous data analysis....

Description: WHO WE ARE The Skunk Works (Lockheed Martin Advanced Development Programs) is looking for world-class talent in Software Engineering Leadership to be a part of a team that will carry on our 80-year tradition-making history in advanced aircraft development. The vehicle management software team writes software for a wide range of aircraft subsystems that make an airplane fly. We are a highly innovative, multi-site, fast paced team developing modular and reusable software to support both our current platforms and the aircraft of the future. We operate out of the Skunk Works headquarters in Palmdale, CA in a fully onsite and hands on team. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU 3-day weekend every weekend! 4-10 Mon-Thursday option + Flexible Schedules This team is working new development software where our team members get to work hands on through the entire software development lifecycle from software design, coding, integrating, and lab and field testing. You will work and help...

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: As an industrial engineer you will work on a team of industrial engineers supporting a production team in the execution of program deliverables. Our team is responsible for facilities layouts, work measurement, cost analysis, capacity requirements planning (reporting and analysis), capital project management and budget planning, discrete event simulation, and future business proposal analysis amongst other things. As an Industrial Engineer, you will support cross-functional improvement efforts for a production area, working closely with various teams to identify areas for improvement and implement changes. You will also perform data analysis, observations, and time studies to support cost driver analysis and process improvement. Your responsibilities will include: -Supporting cross-functional improvement efforts for a production area -Identifying areas of focus for production improvement across a wide scope -Performing observations and time studies to support cost...

Description: Selected candidate will support testing during the build process. • Interact with the aircraft across multiple sub-systems throughout assembly. • Responsible for testing of all systems and sub-systems on the aircraft. • Responsible for developing new test equipment as testing requirements are updated, as well as documenting complex test procedures for use by non-technical co-workers when writing procedures. • Support the MTE Project team with the project management of test equipment and Support Equipment. 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...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin • Works independently or leads a team to execute project, schedule, and technical requirements to meet the goals of the test program. • Responsible for specification, selection, design, integration, operation and maintenance of airborne data acquisition systems, and their related components. This includes telemetry, flight test specific hardware, or prototypes for flight test evaluation. • Responsible for mechanical build, installation, and aircraft structure modification designs. • Responsible for electrical designs and schematics to include power supplies, signal conditioning, amplification, heating, and cooling provisions. • Oversee installation, checkout, and calibration of data systems, to ensure collected data can be properly displayed, processed, and analyzed. • Support occasional travel **Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.** EngineeringAeronautics What’s In It For You...

Description: You will be the Aircraft Electrical Engineer- Level 3 for the Electrical Power Systems (EPS) team which is responsible for designing and delivering advanced aircraft electrical power solutions. What You Will Be Doing As the Aircraft Electrical Engineer- Level 3 you will be responsible for researching, developing, and defining Electrical Power System (EPS) architecture, requirements, and analysis in coordination with system engineering and other specialty disciplines. Your responsibilities will include: Develop EPS architecture schematics, state diagrams, and verification plans that meet airworthiness, survivability, and functional requirements. Perform electrical load analysis, power quality evaluation, and coordination studies for generators, converters, batteries, and distribution circuitry. Create and maintain technical documentation, standards, and training material for CAD, harness, and wiring design. Manage supplier interactions,...

Description: 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 subsystems installation and integration. What You Will Be Doing: Work corrective actions for discrepancies in a manufacturing environment across multiple portions of the build. Conduct critical reviews of processes to identify gaps and close the process gaps with the intent of reducing variation and discrepancies in the build. Collaborate with quality engineering and production operations to triage repeat failure modes in a production environment. Utilize lean six sigma toolsets to identify root causes and develop corrective action plans. Lead corrective action investigations and engage with members of cross-functional teams. Collaborate with team members to explore out-of-the-box thinking and contribute to product improvement initiatives....