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Lufkin, TX (On-Site/Office)
Job Number 710931BR
Description:
We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer Sr Staff to serve as Operations Readiness Lead.
In this pivotal role, you will own the end-to-end readiness plan supporting ramping production rate and manufacturing transitions, ensuring our people, processes, equipment and facilities are prepared to meet aggressive business objectives with minimal disruption. You will be at the heart of our growth efforts - driving cross-functional readiness across engineering, facilities and operations as well as integrating all efforts to enable smooth factory transitions, sustained production and business continuity.
What You Will Be Doing
• Develop, maintain, and execute an integrated Operations Readiness Plan covering people, process, equipment, space and documentation
• Lead rate readiness and transition planning for production relocations, expansions or consolidations
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with manufacturing transitions, capacity constraints or facility moves
• Partner with Engineering and Facilities to align capacity, layout and capital plans to rate goals
• Manage cross-functional readiness reviews; ensure enablers, requirements and other dependencies are defined and tracked to closure
• Track and communicate readiness status and risk to senior leadership
• Coordinate escalation and issue resolution across functional stakeholders
Why Join Us
This role puts you at the helm of our manufacturing growth strategy, giving you direct influence over the success of our ramp-to-rate goals. You'll work with high-performing teams across engineering, production, and leadership, driving initiatives that will define the future of our operations. If you are energized by complex challenges, large-scale coordination and seeing tangible results from your efforts, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
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 here.
Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Lufkin. Discover more about our Lufkin, Texas location.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
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Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing, operations or industrial engineering
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams through high-visibility, high-impact, fast paced and deadline-driven operational transitions
• Proven ability to lead large, complex projects with multiple stakeholders
• Knowledge of capital project planning, construction coordination and large-scale equipment integration
• Strong organizational, risk management and communication skills with the ability to engage across all levels
• Lean Six Sigma trained
• Ability to support up to 15% of overtime annually as required with periodic weekend support
• Ability to support occasional business travel
• Secret clearance or ability to obtain one
Desired Skills:
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Systems or related discipline
• Experience leading manufacturing site transitions, rate readiness programs, or retooling projects
• Ability to influence and drive accountability without direct authority across multiple functional teams
• Proficiency with MS Project, Primavera, ERP systems or similar planning tools
• PMP Certified
• Lean Six Sigma Certified
• Experience within aerospace or defense manufacturing environments
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Miscellaneous Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
Description:
We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer Sr Staff to serve as Operations Readiness Lead.
In this pivotal role, you will own the end-to-end readiness plan supporting ramping production rate and manufacturing transitions, ensuring our people, processes, equipment and facilities are prepared to meet aggressive business objectives with minimal disruption. You will be at the heart of our growth efforts - driving cross-functional readiness across engineering, facilities and operations as well as integrating all efforts to enable smooth factory transitions, sustained production and business continuity.
What You Will Be Doing
• Develop, maintain, and execute an integrated Operations Readiness Plan covering people, process, equipment, space and documentation
• Lead rate readiness and transition planning for production relocations, expansions or consolidations
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with manufacturing transitions, capacity constraints or facility moves
• Partner with Engineering and Facilities to align capacity, layout and capital plans to rate goals
• Manage cross-functional readiness reviews; ensure enablers, requirements and other dependencies are defined and tracked to closure
• Track and communicate readiness status and risk to senior leadership
• Coordinate escalation and issue resolution across functional stakeholders
Why Join Us
This role puts you at the helm of our manufacturing growth strategy, giving you direct influence over the success of our ramp-to-rate goals. You'll work with high-performing teams across engineering, production, and leadership, driving initiatives that will define the future of our operations. If you are energized by complex challenges, large-scale coordination and seeing tangible results from your efforts, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
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 here.
Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Lufkin. Discover more about our Lufkin, Texas location.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
#mfcnews
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing, operations or industrial engineering
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams through high-visibility, high-impact, fast paced and deadline-driven operational transitions
• Proven ability to lead large, complex projects with multiple stakeholders
• Knowledge of capital project planning, construction coordination and large-scale equipment integration
• Strong organizational, risk management and communication skills with the ability to engage across all levels
• Lean Six Sigma trained
• Ability to support up to 15% of overtime annually as required with periodic weekend support
• Ability to support occasional business travel
• Secret clearance or ability to obtain one
Desired Skills:
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Systems or related discipline
• Experience leading manufacturing site transitions, rate readiness programs, or retooling projects
• Ability to influence and drive accountability without direct authority across multiple functional teams
• Proficiency with MS Project, Primavera, ERP systems or similar planning tools
• PMP Certified
• Lean Six Sigma Certified
• Experience within aerospace or defense manufacturing environments
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Miscellaneous Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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