{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c53aaa99da70942ee2af1d69","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c53aaa99da70942ee2af1d69","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c53aaa99da70942ee2af1d69","title":"Production Operations Program Lead","description":"Production Operations Program LeadYou will be a Production Operations Program Lead for our Lockheed Martin Santa Barbara Focalplane site. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality products and services, and you will play a critical role in ensuring that our projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.\r\nWhat You Will Be DoingAs a Production Operations Program Lead, your responsibilities will include:\r\nOversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management\r\nReviews status of projects and budgets\r\nManages schedules and prepares status reports\r\nAssesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives\r\nDevelops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients\r\nTravel RequiredFor a level 4, we typically look for a Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 10 years of professional experience; or 8 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree.\r\nWhy Join UsAs a Production Operations Program Lead, you will be part of a team that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement. You will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, and contribute to the success of our organization. If you are a motivated with a passion for leading production operations, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options.\r\nThis position is in Santa Barbara.\r\nMUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.\r\nGreen Belt / Black Belt Certification\r\nExperience in leading multi-discipline teams\r\nExperience in semiconductor fabrication\r\nExperience with reading and interpreting electro, optical mechanical drawings and specifications\r\nBy 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.\r\nOnsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.\r\nEmployee will work on-site full-time\r\nFirst\r\nLockheed 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.\r\n4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week\r\nThis position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.\r\nSecret\r\nMISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL\r\nRed Rock and F35\r\nURU230:SBF Prod Mgt\r\nManufacturing\r\nExperienced Professional\r\nGoleta-CA\r\nGoleta\r\n93117\r\nNo\r\nPossible\r\nFull-Time\r\nDirect\r\nAt Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the worlds 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, youre 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.\r\nLockheed 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.\r\nPay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $95,000 - $167,440. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidates final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidates work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This position is incentive plan eligible.\r\nPay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $109,200 - $189,290. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidates final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidates work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. 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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, youre 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.\r\nLockheed 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.\r\nPay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $95,000 - $167,440. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidates final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidates work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This position is incentive plan eligible.\r\nPay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $109,200 - $189,290. 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