Transportation and Shipping Associate Manager
Courtland, Alabama
Courtland, Alabama
Job Responsibilities
Description:About Lockheed Martin Space:
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.
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In this role, you will have direct responsibility for Transportation and Ground Operations; Packaging/Shipping; Fleet Management; and Fleet Maintenance.
Daily duties include the planning, scheduling, and routing of inbound and outbound domestic and international shipments of freight. Assigns Lockheed Martin commercial vehicle drivers to support intra-campus and OTR distribution of tooling, equipment, and critical flight hardware, to include HazMat items. Works in close coordination with LM Space Programs, packaging engineers, commercial vendors, & civilian and military airports. Complies with all Federal, State, Local and Company regulations and policies. Represents company with carriers to request quotes. Directs research on transportation methods, rates, and route; develops evaluation process to audit and monitor carrier performance.
Responsible for ensuring all drivers of CMVs at Courtland site location are properly licensed, qualified, and up to date on current Federal and State Motor Carrier Regulations. Oversee and comply with required regulatory registration documents for CMV. Work environment includes trucks, docks, roads, forklifts, maintenance areas, and year-round outdoor weather conditions. Team will routinely use safety mitigation tools e.g. PPE, FFMEA, FMCSR, risk huddles, and leader oversight to mitigate risk.
Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.
Provides direct supervision to employees and is actively involved to meet schedules and resolve problems. Works on issues requiring the analysis of data and relevant factors in support of the Courtland Campus.
Basic Qualifications:
- Demonstrated leadership of a team or a key function/process
- Expertise with handling and load securement of high value hardware, flight hardware, tooling, electronic equipment, and/or explosive material
- Understanding and experience with the regulatory requirements of commercial shipments of materials and hardware via ground and ai modes
- Dangerous Goods Experience, to include regulatory knowledge in shipment of hazardous materials/dangerous goods shipping
- Expertise with safety protocols
- Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI clearance
Desired Skills:
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- Proven ability to implement controls for shipping/distribution, implement process improvement initiatives.
- Experience with the management of semi-tractors, trailers, box trucks, forklifts, crane lifts.
- Knowledge of DOT Driver Qualification File requirements for CDL drivers.
- Certified 49 CFR HazMat
- Commercial Carrier Truckload Coordination
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to work independently within the team
- Effective verbal and written communicator
- Ability to occasionally travel to support mission, willingness to work occasional non-standard hours to meet critical mission timelines
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI
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 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: 9x80 every other Friday off
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 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.
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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Logistics
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
About
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.
United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.
Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
- Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
- Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
- Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
Qualifications
See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.
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Collaborative
There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.
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Curious
The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.
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Goal-oriented
From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.
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Proactive
The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.
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Problem Solver
You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.
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Strategic
You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.
Quote
“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”
Ryan J., Enterprise Operations
Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.
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Maternity and Paternity Leave
Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.
