Operations Engineer - Level 2

Standard Job Description

You will be the Operations Engineer
- Level 2 for the Operations Team which is responsible for driving data‑centric process optimization across the organization.

As the Operations Engineer
- Level 2 you will be responsible for collecting, cleaning, and analyzing operational data, identifying inefficiencies, and partnering with cross‑functional teams to design and sustain data‑driven solutions that improve safety, quality, cost, and productivity.

• Gather, clean, and analyze operational and financial data to detect trends, bottlenecks, and root causes; develop dashboards and KPI reports.
• Conduct value‑stream mapping and gap analysis to understand current‑state operations and pinpoint improvement opportunities.
• Develop project charters, scopes, and success criteria; apply Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen tools to devise solutions.
• Support communication, training, and readiness assessments to embed new processes into daily operations.
• Establish baseline metrics, set measurable targets, and monitor post‑implementation results; conduct periodic audits to ensure sustainability.

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. 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.

You are a collaborative analytical professional with strong expertise in continuous‑improvement methodologies. You thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy turning data into actionable insights, and excel at influencing cross‑functional teams to adopt sustainable process changes. Your commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency makes this role a perfect fit for you.

• MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN
  -This position is located at a facility that requiresspecial access.
• This position is in Fort Worth, TX. Discover Fort Worth

Performs activities involving the producibility and quality of the product, and the processes that directly pertain, encompassing primarily one or more of the following engineering disciplines: failure analysis, industrial, manufacturing, manufacturing equipment, process, product, quality assurance, reliability, supplier quality, Lean Six Sigma, test, and tool.

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of one year of experience in operations, project management, process improvement, industrial engineering, quality, or a related function.
• Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, DMAIC, PDCA, root‑cause analysis, value‑stream mapping, or industrial engineering principles.
• Strong facilitation, presentation, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills.

• Simulation Experience
• Experience analyzing operational data and translating findings into practical recommendations.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or higher
• Demonstrated success delivering significant cost savings, productivity improvements, cycle‑time reductions, quality improvements, or capacity gains.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis, process capability, control charts, hypothesis testing, regression, and measurement‑system analysis.
• Experience with analytical and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Minitab, SQL, or equivalent applications.
• Familiarity with…