Job ID: 701885BR Date posted: Aug. 14, 2025
Description:WHAT WE'RE DOING

The CH-53K King Stallion program represents the future of heavy-lift helicopter capability for the U.S. Marine Corps. As we enter critical phases of production and sustainment, Lockheed Martin’s Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) business area is committed to delivering world-class operational execution in support of our customer’s mission. We’re scaling operations, driving efficiencies, and maintaining the highest standards of quality and performance to ensure mission success.

THE WORK

As the Program Operations Manager for the CH-53K program, you will play a pivotal role in driving performance across an $8B production contract. You will serve as a key liaison between Program Management and Operations and will help create an environment that allows your team to produce their best results, maintaining a culture of accountability, and integrating a strategy that supports the vision of our Production Operations Organization and Program Management team. You will lead, motivate, support, and facilitate self-directed work teams, interact with internal and external stakeholders, and develop enduring relationships and production strategies across to ensure delivery on cost, schedule, and technical commitments.

Responsibilities include:

Demonstrating leadership skills and behaviors that focus on creating an environment that accepts risk, pushes the bounds of manufacturing, and fosters a positive employee experience

Lead program operations for CH-53K Production, coordinating across Production Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Program Management.

Managing financial performance using Earned Value Management (EVM), EAC (Estimate at Completion), and CSR (Contract Status Review) processes.

Overseeing labor and material execution and driving operational alignment to program requirements.

Developing, implementing, and monitoring metrics that track productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Driving operational performance through strategic planning, cross-functional coordination, and continuous improvement.

Supporting employee development, including recruiting, performance management, training, compensation, and recognition.

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin Sikorsky is a global leader in advanced rotorcraft and aerospace systems. As the manufacturer of the CH-53K, we are proud to partner with the U.S. Marine Corps to deliver next-generation heavy-lift helicopters that expand capability and reliability in the most demanding environments. We bring together cutting-edge engineering and world-class manufacturing to deliver innovative, mission-ready platforms.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a results-driven leader with a deep understanding of program operations, financial oversight, and cross-functional coordination. You thrive in a fast-paced production environment and have experience managing large, complex portfolios. You’re skilled at both strategic thinking and tactical execution, and you're passionate about developing high-performing teams to support critical national defense objectives.

WHY JOIN US

When you join Lockheed Martin, you’re joining a team that is committed to building the future of aviation and defense. The CH-53K program is a flagship effort, and your leadership will directly impact its success. You’ll have the opportunity to work with some of the most advanced manufacturing and engineering talent in the world while shaping the next era of operational excellence.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience in managing complex production programs, including experience with aircraft manufacturing and systems integration.

Strong knowledge of operations and/or program management principles, practices, and tools, including production planning, scheduling, and control, Earned Value (EV), Risk and Opportunity (R&O).

Appropriate business acumen to successfully coordinate and present compelling businesses cases to a variety of internal and external stakeholders (Program Office, Senior Leadership, etc.).

Knowledge of building aircraft, ramping for production, and a deep knowledge of back shop build process is highly desired.

Minimum 10 years of experience in operations management, production management, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Desired Skills:
Bestow a true bias towards results oriented behavior and is truly energized by change.

Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data sets and develop effective solutions.

Experience as a Full Spectrum Leader with skills and ability to interact, influence and motivate at all levels of the business from individual contributors to the Senior Leadership Team.

Creative, forward thinking mindset focused on transforming the business for future success.

Executive presence and ability to regularly communicate and present to the Senior Leadership Team.

Involvement with orchestrating cost and schedule recovery plans on red programs.

Experienced in back shop management, lean principles and six sigma methodologies
Clearance Level: None
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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: RMS
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First