Description:WHAT WE'RE DOINGAt Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, we are redefining the future of vertical lift. The CH-53K King Stallion is the world’s most advanced heavy-lift helicopter, designed to perform in the most extreme environments. As part of the CH-53K team, you’ll contribute to the assembly of this next-generation aircraft, ensuring it meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance.
THE WORKIn this role, you will lead and manage all aspects of the assigned build positions for the CH-53K Aircraft. You will be the focal point for the final assembly line on 1st shift, driving operational excellence in a dynamic and unionized environment. From leveraging Continuous Improvement tools to managing budgets and facilities, your work will directly impact the success of our program and delivery of mission-critical aircraft.
Key Responsibilities:
Utilize Continuous Improvement tools to enhance safety, quality, cost, and schedule performance.
Oversee the performance of the final assembly line, ensuring alignment with program objectives.
Drive employee development, fostering skill growth and preparing team members for future opportunities.
Lead quality initiatives, including the implementation of 6S principles, standard work practices, and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance.
Manage direct and indirect budgets effectively, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently.
Coordinate facilities maintenance schedules to support seamless operations.
WHO WE AREAt Sikorsky, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We take pride in delivering innovative solutions that empower our customers and strengthen global security. As a trusted leader in the aerospace and defense industry, we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
WHO YOU AREYou are a proactive leader with a passion for operational excellence and team development. Your ability to communicate effectively and manage resources ensures successful outcomes in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. You thrive in building strong relationships and delivering results that exceed expectations.
WHY JOIN USJoining Sikorsky means becoming part of a legacy of innovation and excellence. You’ll work alongside dedicated professionals, contribute to groundbreaking projects, and have opportunities for growth and development. Be part of something bigger—where your work helps create advanced aircraft that redefine what’s possible.
Basic Qualifications:Self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment with minimal supervision is required.
Candidate must be able to manage multiple priorities and be flexible
Strong influencing skills
Must be able to lead a team and manage/resolve employee conflict Good at following and creating procedures
Strong Lean manufacturing / process improvement experience
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills for use at all levels of the organization
Previous manufacturing experience
8+ years of relevant experience
Successful applicant must be willing to work any shift and overtime
Desired Skills:Advanced abilities with Microsoft Office products, SAP, Solumina
Familiarity with aerospace industry preferred.
Experience managing a union environment
Previous Sikorsky Operations experience
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression 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 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.
Schedule for this Position: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.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 receive optimal consideration.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.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
