Description:
You will be the Production Lead for the F-16 FWD Build Section. Our team is responsible for the structural build of the forward fuselage of the F-16.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Production Lead you will be responsible for providing status of work documents and work accomplished in your work area. You will be the intermediary between the aircraft assembly crew and production supervision while assisting other mechanics with day-to-day activities. The Production Lead will be considered a working lead that will maintain certifications and qualifications to perform production tasks as required to complete tasks on the product.
The candidate will be required to:
-Open/Close toolboxes by verifying accurate inventory of tools and documenting applicable logs
-Ensure team members have properly put away tools, parts and consumables at end of shift
-Assist supervisors with product discipline, housekeeping, HAZMAT accountability and 6S lean manufacturing initiatives/compliance.
-Train assigned mechanics in all aspects of the aircraft component build
The Production Lead is responsible for instilling product disciplines to align with Production Imperatives of Safety, Quality Schedule & Cost which include but not limited too; fall protection, critical moves and crane lifts, use & disposal of hazardous materials, adherence and use of personal protective equipment (PPE), material handling and storage of staged and work-in-process (WIP) parts, chemical control and labeling, clean as you go, housekeeping, Tool & FOD controls.
The F-16 Production Lead will be required to interface with multiple functional organizations, in addition to the area supervisor and manufacturing support team member (Ops Tech) to resolve issues or constraints in the aircraft assembly/production environment.
Candidate must be able to successfully demonstrate proficiency with Drill, Ream and Countersink skills following initial training.
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. 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.
Who You Are
You are a multi-faceted teammate able to communicate and function effectively on an engineering team to create a collaborative and inclusive environment that allows for the establishment of mission goals. You have experience with itemized planning and prioritization of tasks that drives the
efficient execution of objectives.
Our Commitment to DEI
We Hear You, We See You. At LM Aeronautics, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse-thinkers like you! At LM Aeronautics, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.
Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global DEI.
At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we're taking innovation to the next level. From designing the most advanced air vehicle to designing aircraft that defies gravity, our engineers live on the cutting edge of technology.
This position is in Greenville, SC Discover Greenville.
Basic Qualifications:
- 6 years experience relative to aircraft Manufacturing, Maintenance, Modification, Repair, & Overhaul
- 2 years experience leading teams performing heavy structural repair, overhaul and assembly on aircraft
Desired Skills:
- FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant License
- Ability to problem solve.
- Excellent Written and Verbal communication skills.
- Ability to lead a team to meet critical schedules and resolve technical issues.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications with ability apply their intent.
- Ability to understand aircraft work instructions.
- F-16 structural repair experience highly desirable.
- Demonstrate knowledge, skill and ability of drill/ream and countersink of aircraft structural components
- Champion of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) control measures
Clearance Level: None
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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
