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Lockheed Martin Early Career Industrial Engineer in Bridgeport, Connecticut

Description: WHAT WE'RE DOING

At the Aerostructure Product Center, we’re committed to advancing aerospace manufacturing for Blackhawk derivative airframes and components. Our Industrial Engineering team plays a crucial role in improving efficiencies, reducing costs, and enhancing productivity through innovative methodologies, data-driven analysis, and strategic decision-making.

THE WORK

As a member of our Industrial Engineering team, you will conduct comprehensive analyses to support our production goals. This includes methods analysis, labor performance evaluations, standard data development, and cost estimating. You will also take part in man-loading and capacity studies, workflow assessments, make-vs-buy evaluations, and learning curve analyses to optimize operations. Your insights will drive improvements in areas such as production layout, labor cost metrics, and operating methods. Working closely with Operations Leadership, you’ll develop actionable plans for implementing new technologies, methodologies, and facility enhancements.

WHO WE ARE

We are a team of innovators and problem-solvers committed to delivering quality and efficiency in every stage of the manufacturing process. Our collaborative culture enables us to make strategic decisions that ensure each component and assembly meets the high standards of the Blackhawk line. We value continuous improvement and embrace challenges as opportunities to push the boundaries of aerospace manufacturing.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a data-savvy, analytical thinker with a background in Industrial Engineering or a related field. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy diving into complex analyses to find actionable insights. With your expertise in software tools like Tableau, Microsoft Office, and other data analysis platforms, you are ready to take on challenges and contribute to impactful process improvements. Your attention to detail and strong communication skills will be essential as you collaborate with Operations Leadership and other stakeholders.

WHY JOIN US

Joining our team means being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization where your skills directly impact the success of high-stakes aerospace projects. You’ll have the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies and methodologies while developing solutions that shape the future of aerospace manufacturing. If you’re passionate about efficiency, innovation, and continuous improvement, this is the place for you.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 2 years of professional experience; or no experience required with a related Masters degree.

-Experience in Manufacturing

-Experience with Analytical and Project Planning Tools including MS Office suite of tools. Tableau (SQL equivalent)

Desired Skills:

-Union environment with shop floor experience

-Experience with Analytical and Project Planning Tools including MS Office suite of tools. Tableau (SQL equivalent) & SAP software experience a plus.

-Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and presentation), particularly with Production Operations and Program Offices

-Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize assignments

-Greenbelt Certified a plus – experience leading process improvement activities

-Earned Value Management (EVM), an understanding of Schedule Performance Index (SPI) and Cost Performance Index (CPI) a plus

- Previous Sikorsky Operations experience

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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

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/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.

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: Possible

Career Area: Manufacturing

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First

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