Production Operations Manager / Lufkin, TX

Lockheed Martin•Lufkin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

You will be the Production Operations Manager for the Lufkin Operations team. Our team is responsible for strategic planning, capacity analysis, manpower planning, cost account management, and cross‑functional coordination for the THAAD program. What You Will Be Doing As the Production Operations Manager you will be responsible for driving the success of THAAD program operations across Lufkin. You will lead strategic initiatives, manage resources, and ensure delivery excellence. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Lead strategic planning and capacity analysis for the THAAD program. Manage manpower planning and cost account oversight. Coordinate with product leads to ensure cost, quality, and schedule commitments. Develop and present high‑level plans to senior leadership and customers. Travel occasionally to engage with customers and external program managers. Why Join Us The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with deep expertise in production operations and a proven track record of delivering complex defense programs. This role offers the chance to shape a critical national security capability while working with cutting‑edge technology and a talented, mission‑focused team. We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here . Further Information About This Opportunity This position is in Lufkin. Discover more about our Lufkin, Texas location. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Requirements

Bachelors degree with at least 8 years of professional experience.
Demonstrated ability in manpower and capacity planning.
Extensive presentation experience using Microsoft applications.
CAM training.
Product Management or Manufacturing Supervisory experience.
Experience with production hardware processing.
Ability to obtain a secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Able to act as a prime consultant and external spokesperson for the organization on highly significant matters relating to policies, programs, capabilities, and long range goals and objectives.
Green belt certification and demonstrated use of LSS principles in work applications.
People skills, specifically in teaming with internal and external Lufkin peers and customers.
Experience presenting to executive level and government customers.
Able to develop and apply advanced concepts, techniques, and standards.
Able to develop new applications based on professional principles and theories.
Able to develop solutions to problems of unusual complexity which require a high level of ingenuity, creativity, and innovativeness.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic planning and capacity analysis for the THAAD program.
Manage manpower planning and cost account oversight.
Coordinate with product leads to ensure cost, quality, and schedule commitments.
Develop and present high‑level plans to senior leadership and customers.
Travel occasionally to engage with customers and external program managers.