Mid-Career Industrial Engineer
Stratford, Connecticut
Stratford, Connecticut
Job Responsibilities
Description:WHAT WE'RE DOING
At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, we are driving advanced manufacturing excellence in our Dynamics, Blades, and Overhaul & Repair Integrated Product Teams. We’re dedicated to building and sustaining superior aircraft components, leveraging cutting-edge tools and data-driven insights to optimize efficiency, affordability, and quality. As part of our Industrial Engineering team, you will play a pivotal role in developing smarter, more streamlined production processes that enhance our ability to deliver high-quality products on schedule and within budget.
THE WORK
As an Industrial Engineer within our Blades Integrated Product Team, you’ll handle tasks essential to improving manufacturing processes and productivity. Your primary responsibilities will include:
Managing manpower loading, capacity planning, workflow, and lead-time analysis.
Conducting labor performance analysis and developing standard data to support cost-effective manufacturing.
Justifying capital equipment, conducting process observations, and performing learning curve analyses to drive operational improvements.
Developing and utilizing daily and weekly reports to monitor manufacturing labor costs, affordability, and production schedules.
In this role, you’ll utilize a suite of tools—Excel, Visio, Access, PowerPoint, Project, SQL, and Tableau, among others—to conduct in-depth data analyses. Collaborating with Operations Leadership, you’ll influence operating methods, implement new technologies, and redesign production layouts to optimize our facilities for future growth.
WHO WE ARE
We are Sikorsky’s Industrial Engineering team—a group of highly analytical, solution-focused professionals working to enhance our production capabilities. We strive to create a workplace where innovation and efficiency drive everything we do, empowering our engineers to make a meaningful impact on the success of our product centers and the quality of our products.
WHO YOU ARE
You are a proactive, analytical problem-solver with a background in industrial engineering and a passion for manufacturing efficiency. Your expertise in production analysis and experience with engineering tools like Excel and SQL enables you to develop and deliver actionable insights that drive continuous improvement. You’re comfortable working in a dynamic environment and can collaborate effectively across teams to ensure seamless production and process improvements.
WHY JOIN US
Joining Sikorsky’s Industrial Engineering team means being part of a legacy of innovation and excellence in the aerospace industry. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills, make impactful contributions, and help shape the future of aircraft component manufacturing. If you’re ready to make a difference in a team-driven, results-oriented environment, we invite you to apply.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 5 years of professional experience; or 3 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree. Considered career, or journey, level.
Desired Skills:
-Excel Macros, Structured Query Language (SQL), Tableau design
-Experience with Systems, Applications and Products (SAP)
-Greenbelt Certified -experience with LSS and leading process improvement activities
-Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and presentation), particularly with Production Operations and Program Offices
-Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize assignments
-Experience in applications of learning curves
Aircraft Production, Maintenance, Modification, Repair and/or Overhaul Experience
-Knowledge Work Measurements and Time Standards, Productivity and Performance management, Capacity Analysis, Cost Analysis and Estimating
-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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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: 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.