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This manager

position is responsible for all aspects of quality and

mission success as the leader of the West Palm Beach production quality organization. The position will

report to the SR Quality Manager in the AAFS Sikorsky line of business.

Responsible for all aspects of Quality across the

programs life-cycle including proposals, contract

review, start-up, development, transition to

production, production and support.

Requires an understanding of Quality tasks across

Quality functions including hardware, software,

systems and suppliers/subcontractors, and

customers. Proficient in company policies.

Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee

recruitment, selection and training, performance

assessment, work assignments, salary, and

recognition/disciplinary actions.

Provides guidance to subordinates based on

organizational goals and company policy. Work is

reviewed in terms of meeting the organization's

objectives, schedules, and financial goals. Establishes

operating policies and procedures that affect

subordinate organizational units. Interprets, executes

and recommends modifications to organizational

policies.

Exerts influence in the development of overall

objectives and long-range goals of the organization.

Frequent contacts with equivalent level managers,

industry peers, and customer representatives

concerning projects, operational decisions, technical

activities, schedules, contractual issues, and general

overall performance of organizational unit(s).

Conducts briefings and technical meetings for internal

and external representatives.

Responsible for all assigned projects to organizational

unit. Acts as advisor to subordinate managers or staff

members. Focuses on directing organization to meet

critical schedules, resolve critical/complex technical or

operational problems. Directly participates in

establishing and administering many projects and

assignments. Develops and administers budgets,

schedules and performance standards. Accomplishes

results through subordinate managers and/or

associate managers, or senior level exempt

professionals. Subject to approval, modifies the

organizational structure of assigned central or

program units.

The candidate will provide leadership to both salary

and hourly personnel, including Quality Engineers,

Supervisors, and Inspectors supporting these

programs. The candidate will be responsible for

support throughout the program life cycle from

proposals through production and Flight Test.

Basic qualifications (BQs) are the minimum requirements for a candidate to be considered for a position, 3 to 5 BQs are most effective. For additional Hiring Manager Training Resources, Learn more about basic qualifications here.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Engineering related

discipline. Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain

Secret Clearance. Experienced leader with a minimum of 15 years in various Engineering, Operations, Programs, Supply Chain, or Quality positions of increasing

responsibility.

Desired Skills:

Master’s Degree in Business or Engineering related

discipline.

Experienced in implementing and maintaining

AS9100-certified Quality Management Systems.

Extensive knowledge of FAA Regulations, DOD

contract requirements and Program Quality

Management. Strong communication skills including the ability to interface effectively with executive leadership on

strategic and tactical issues affecting the quality of

products delivered. Ability to give, receive, and act on critical feedback. Ability to form creative partnerships to improve execution and competitive performance.

Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma Tools.

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

Clearance Level: 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 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.

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: QA/Test and Inspection

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First