Deputy Senior Manager

Description:

WHO WE ARE

Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company, is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and service of military and commercial helicopters, fixed-wing aircraft, spare parts, and maintenance, repair, and overhaul services. With a legacy spanning over a century, Sikorsky continues to push the boundaries of aviation technology and innovation to deliver cutting-edge solutions to our customers worldwide.

Our commitment to excellence, safety, and integrity drives everything we do, and our employees are at the heart of our success.

WHAT WE'RE DOING

At our West Palm Beach facility, we are proud to be at the forefront of manufacturing excellence, producing state-of-the-art helicopters and aerospace components that support critical missions around the globe. From advanced manufacturing processes to rigorous quality control standards, we are dedicated to delivering products that meet the highest standards of performance, reliability, and safety.

THE WORK

As the Deputy Operations Manager, you will play a crucial role in leading and managing all aspects of manufacturing operations at our West Palm Beach facility. Your responsibilities will include overseeing site operations, driving process improvements, ensuring operational efficiency, and maintaining a safe and compliant workplace environment. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to coordinate daily requirements, while also fostering a culture of continuous improvement and employee development.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a dynamic and experienced leader with a passion for manufacturing excellence and a track record of driving results. You possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve their full potential. You are adept at problem-solving and decision-making in a fast-paced environment, and you thrive on the challenge of driving continuous improvement and innovation.

WHY JOIN US

Joining Sikorsky means being part of a team that is shaping the future of aviation. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a collaborative and inclusive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. As a Manufacturing Operations Manager, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, lead a talented team, and contribute to the success of exciting aerospace projects that are making a difference around the world.

Basic Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations or a related discipline.

* Minimum 10 years of progressive operations management or project management.

* Leadership Ability: proven capability to lead cross functional teams, mentor talent, and cost reduction initiatives.

* Travel: as required to support the needs of the program.

* Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Desired

Skills:

* SAP experience

* Earned Value and/or Control Account Management (CAM) experience

* Aerospace & Defense Industry experience (preferred)

* Strong knowledge of Six Sigma, Black Belt or Green Belt (preferred)

* The candidate should also possess strong communication and interpersonal skills and must have demonstrated ability to work effectively with associates at all levels throughout the organization.

* Strong understanding of Collective Bargaining and leading a represented workforce

* Proven track record of interpersonal skills focused on team building

* Excellent analytical skills / thinking

* Excellent presentation skills and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

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…