Production Operations Specialist (Level 2)
Fort Worth, Texas
Fort Worth, Texas
Job Responsibilities
Description:We are Lockheed Martin
Aviation’s story is one of perseverance—facing failure, trying again, and ultimately succeeding. Since its founding, Lockheed Martin has driven innovation in aeronautical design, empowering customers to achieve mission success. Our culture values the diverse talents and unique contributions of our team members. Together, we combine passion with strategic focus to navigate global opportunities. Join us in shaping the future of aerospace and defense.
Join the team building the world’s most advanced fighter jet! As a Production Operations Specialist (Level 2) supporting F-35 manufacturing in Fort Worth, TX, you will play a vital role in ensuring the success of our production processes. This dynamic position combines technical expertise, collaboration, and problem-solving in a team-based environment to deliver innovative and reliable solutions
What You Will Be Doing
As a Production Operations Specialist, you will:
• Support production, business, and cross-functional processes in a collaborative manufacturing environment.
• Perform activities in areas including: Production planning and control / Total quality management / Manufacturing systems / Equipment and facilities engineering / Material management and process reengineering
• Drive Foreign Object Debris (FOD) elimination by implementing and sustaining processes that improve cleanliness and efficiency.
• Facilitate self-directed work teams and provide training in core skill areas to peers and teams.
• Collaborate with internal and external customers to resolve production challenges, drive process improvement, and support product planning.
• Identify and implement solutions to improve quality, efficiency, and production flow.
What’s In It For You
• Hands-on Impact: Be part of a team driving the production of the cutting-edge F-35 fighter jet.
• Career Growth: Work in a high-tech manufacturing environment with opportunities to advance your skills and career.
• Collaboration: Join a supportive, team-oriented environment focused on operational excellence.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, retirement plans, and opportunities for professional development.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Contribute to a program that supports national security and innovation.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Who You Are
• A proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Detail-oriented, with a strong commitment to quality, safety, and process discipline.
• Skilled at building relationships and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Passionate about driving continuous improvement and maintaining high standards in manufacturing operations.
• Excited to contribute to the success of the F-35 program and its mission.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global Diversity and Inclusion.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications:
• Experience relative to aircraft manufacturing, structural assembly, or modification.
• Experience in Foreign Object Debris process and policies
• Experience reading and interpreting detail, blueprints, lay-out sketches, process standards and specifications
• Experience with understanding aircraft work instructions
Desired Skills:
• Ability to communicate effectively to hourly and salary audience
• Ability to effectively communicate to upper leadership, customer and workforce
• Ability to use windows applications and software
• Self starter
• 2-5 years of experience in aerospace
• Aircraft familiarization
• Well versed in policy controls
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/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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
About
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Mission-Focused Innovation: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can solve the world's most complex challenges for our customers.
Foundational Values: Our culture of performance excellence, ethics, teamwork and inclusion is embedded in everything we do.
Diverse Career Opportunities with Meaningful Work: Grow your career and skills for life. Our technology-driven learning platforms and programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities and our planet.
Commitment to Sustainability: We foster innovation, integrity and security to preserve the environment, strengthen diverse communities and propel growth.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
- Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
- Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
- Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
Qualifications
See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.
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Collaborative
There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.
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Curious
The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.
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Goal-oriented
From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.
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Proactive
The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.
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Problem Solver
You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.
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Strategic
You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.
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“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”
Ryan J., Enterprise Operations
Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.
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Maternity and Paternity Leave
Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.
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