Manufacturing Operations Associate Manager

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* Description:

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* ** The mission matters  So do the people behind it  With advancing defense technology at our core, what sets us apart is a culture of collaboration, purpose, and impact *
* 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

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- ** What does this role look like?*
* For over 60 years, the Fleet Ballistic Missile  FBM  team has supported the Navy's mission to provide affordable and credible strategic defense  We offer unique career opportunities and challenges on a program with a rich history and exciting future  We help keep this nation and our allies secure

The FBM Program is experiencing significant growth and we need your expertise to deliver amazing new technologies to our customers while maintaining the technical requirements of the strategic deterrence

FBM is a reliable program that has been a part of the United States for over 60 years with many years to come  As we enter the next phase of FBM there are large opportunities for growth and career development

As a part of the FBM team, we can build, replenish, & modernize this crucial national asset with today's tools & technology to benefit the world, the nation, our states, and our communities

** Learn about the Trident II D5 Fleet Ballistic Missile *
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- ** In this role will offer you the following daily responsibilities:*
* In this role, you are responsible for supporting, mentoring, and motivating a manufacturing team of supervisors and ordnance mechanics to meet operational safety, quality, and productivity goals on tasks related to Post DD 250 special weapons operations  You will be one of two Associate Managers utilizing root cause analysis and continuous improvement tools to develop solutions and implement systems to meet specific compliance standards in a complex, zero defect, security focused production environment  The successful candidate for this position will be a self managing, action oriented individual focused on developing and supporting a high performing team while delivering business results

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- ** Please note that this position does NOT support teleworking; the preferred candidate will be located near our Lockheed Martin Space facility in Silverdale, WA, and will be expected to work in the office *
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* Basic Qualifications:

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* 5  years of related supervisory or 2  years related managerial experience in a production or manufacturing environment

Experience with in Root Cause Analysis  RCA  and/or Continuous Improvement  CI  events

Demonstrated leadership skills or behaviors that align with Full Spectrum Leadership  FSL  standards

Obtain and maintain eligibility for the Navy's Personnel Reliability Program  PRP

You will need to be a U S  Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a U S  DoD Security Clearance to support this government contract  No clearance is required to apply  An interim Secret clearance is required prior to start

Pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

** Desired

Skills:

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* Supervisory or managerial experience of unionized hourly employees within a high consequence industry

Experience collecting and analyzing metrics to make data based decisions

Prior customer engagement experiences requiring communication of technical concepts to external stakeholders

Ability to interface and effectively communicate with customers, peers and leadership and establish trust/credibility

Depth and breadth of knowledge with the FBM missile/reentry body/support equipment technical community

Green Belt certification

Motivational fit

Current security clearance

** Security Clearance Statement:
** This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration

** Clearance Level:
** Top Secret

** 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…