Final Assembly Manager - 53K
Stratford, Connecticut
Stratford, Connecticut
Job Responsibilities
Description:WHAT WE'RE DOING
At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, we are redefining the future of vertical lift. The CH-53K King Stallion is the world’s most advanced heavy-lift helicopter, designed to perform in the most extreme environments. As part of the CH-53K team, you’ll contribute to the assembly of this next-generation aircraft, ensuring it meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance.
THE WORK
In this role, you will lead and manage all aspects of the assigned build positions for the CH-53K Aircraft. You will be the focal point for the final assembly line on 1st shift, driving operational excellence in a dynamic and unionized environment. From leveraging Continuous Improvement tools to managing budgets and facilities, your work will directly impact the success of our program and delivery of mission-critical aircraft.
Key Responsibilities:
Utilize Continuous Improvement tools to enhance safety, quality, cost, and schedule performance.
Oversee the performance of the final assembly line, ensuring alignment with program objectives.
Drive employee development, fostering skill growth and preparing team members for future opportunities.
Lead quality initiatives, including the implementation of 6S principles, standard work practices, and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance.
Manage direct and indirect budgets effectively, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently.
Coordinate facilities maintenance schedules to support seamless operations.
WHO WE ARE
At Sikorsky, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We take pride in delivering innovative solutions that empower our customers and strengthen global security. As a trusted leader in the aerospace and defense industry, we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
WHO YOU ARE
You are a proactive leader with a passion for operational excellence and team development. Your ability to communicate effectively and manage resources ensures successful outcomes in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. You thrive in building strong relationships and delivering results that exceed expectations.
WHY JOIN US
Joining Sikorsky means becoming part of a legacy of innovation and excellence. You’ll work alongside dedicated professionals, contribute to groundbreaking projects, and have opportunities for growth and development. Be part of something bigger—where your work helps create advanced aircraft that redefine what’s possible.
Basic Qualifications:
Self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment with minimal supervision is required.
Candidate must be able to manage multiple priorities and be flexible
Strong influencing skills
Must be able to lead a team and manage/resolve employee conflict Good at following and creating procedures
Strong Lean manufacturing / process improvement experience
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills for use at all levels of the organization
Previous manufacturing experience
8+ years of relevant experience
Successful applicant must be willing to work any shift and overtime
Desired Skills:
Advanced abilities with Microsoft Office products, SAP, Solumina
Familiarity with aerospace industry preferred.
Experience managing a union environment
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: 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: 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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