Performance Excellence & CI Operations Engineer Sr. Staff – Level 5

Description:

Protecting what matters most is the mission that matters most.

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation.

And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that’s built for you.

Are you looking for a growth opportunity where you can contribute to a very important mission? Come and be part of our team in the dynamic world of Lockheed Martin Space. We are seeking an experienced level 5 Operations Engineer to work at our Littleton, CO site.

• Embed within functional/program teams to assess, prioritize, and execute improvement opportunities.
• Apply Cost Improvement tools such as Project Management, ROI, Cycle Time reduction, Standard Work, Visual Management, FMEA, and Control Charts to identify root causes.
• Define & track metrics, deliver quantified results including cost savings, future business cost measures, and schedule reductions.
• Prepare executive briefings and dashboards that translate technical findings into strategic business language.
• Facilitate key business improvement events at varying levels, strategic project reviews, and executive presentations.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline. Advanced degree preferred
• Experience:
  
  10+ years of progressive experience in process improvement, operations engineering, or consulting roles within a large, complex organization (defense, aerospace, manufacturing, or similar)
• Leadership:
  Ability to influence without direct authority; strong stakeholder management across diverse functional groups

Due to programs being supported, U.S. citizenship is required

• Master’s degree in engineering or business.

• Extensive knowledge of Space and defense business models, programs, and contracts.
• Project management foundations: demonstrated ability to develop detailed implementation plans, schedules, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Technical acumen: familiarity with business tools (e.g., MS Project, Open Plan, SAP, Atlassian suite, Tableau).

• Command and control of meeting rooms; adept at keeping teams focused, managing conflict, and driving consensus

• Proven track record of acting as a consultant—designing problem solving approaches, facilitating workshops, and delivering actionable recommendations to senior executives
• Change leadership capability: skilled at communicating vision, addressing resistance, and rallying cross-functional teams.

• Experience with Agile, systems thinking, change management, or other data driven improvement methodologies with an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of each.
• Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt to apply Lean Six Sigma DMAIC skills and techniques with demonstrable project leadership and documented results (e.g., $MM savings, % reduction in lead time, process velocity)
• Proactive root cause focus: demonstrated initiative to investigate and resolve the underlying causes of process slowness or inefficiency.

• Strong quantitative skills; proficiency with statistical software (Minitab, JMP) and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Command Media implementation: experience applying command media or customer/industry standards to projects, including requirements and compliance strategies.

• Ability to craft clear, concise narratives for both technical and non technical…