Sr. U2 Manufacturing Support Team Member - Level 3

Sr. U2 Manufacturing Support Team Member - Level 3 | Lockheed Martin

You will join the Palmdale Fabrication and Assembly teams as the Manufacturing Support Team Member. This role supports the production of the iconic U 2 "Dragon Lady," helping the team meet aggressive production goals while driving communication excellence and continuous improvement initiatives across the PDM (Periodic Depot Maintenance) Center of Excellence.

What You'll Be Doing

• Day to day Fabrication Support – Provide hands on assistance to keep the shop floor running smoothly.
• Cross Level Issue Resolution – Interface with managers, engineers, quality, and the workforce to identify roadblocks and implement corrective actions.
• Process Analysis & Improvement – Evaluate current workflows, recommend enhancements, and track results to boost efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Cross Functional Collaboration – Partner with production planning, quality management, engineering, and logistics on process optimization projects.
• Lean & Continuous Improvement Leadership – Lead or support Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and other lean initiatives that reinforce a culture of innovative thinking.
• Best Practice Application – Leverage prior manufacturing experience to streamline workflows, increase productivity, and support operational excellence throughout the U 2 program.
• Travel Requirements – Be prepared for occasional travel to support depot maintenance sites, supplier facilities, or cross functional team meetings as needed.

What's In It For You

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. 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. Discover Palmdale.

Ability to work remotely

Employee will work on-site full-time

Shift

First

Work Schedule Information

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.

Work Schedule

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Security Clearance

Secret

LMCareers Business Unit

AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Program

U 2 "Dragon Lady"

Department

407000:

PD U-2 AERO MFG BUILD TM

Job Class

Manufacturing

Job Category

Experienced Professional

City, State

Palmdale-CA

City

Palmdale

Zip

93599

Virtual

no

Relocation/Housing Stipend Available

Yes

Req Type

Full-Time

Direct/Indirect

Direct

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.

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…