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Lockheed Martin Lead Project Manager in Fort Worth, Texas
Description: We are Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is seeking a Lead Project Manager (Level 5) in Fort Worth, TX, to drive the development and implementation of new material movement strategies, processes, and systems across multiple sites. In this role, you will be responsible for advancing lean principles, standardization, and enterprise-wide IT integration to enhance production control and material flow operations. This is a unique opportunity to lead strategic initiatives, optimize manufacturing efficiency, and drive cultural transformation within Lockheed Martin’s production environment.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
• Enterprise Strategy & Standardization – Develop and deploy material flow strategies, processes, and technologies across multiple Lockheed Martin sites.
• Process Improvement & Lean Initiatives – Utilize lean principles, process mapping, and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance material movement efficiency.
• Technology & IT Integration – Serve as the enterprise lead for production control IT requirements, gathering, prioritizing, and championing system updates and enhancements through the IT council.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work closely with IT, production control teams, and leadership to ensure alignment of process improvements with business objectives.
• Project Leadership & Change Management – Lead high-visibility projects, drive cultural change, and ensure the successful execution of new system implementations.
• Data Analysis & Reporting – Create and present data-driven insights and recommendations to senior leadership to support strategic decision-making.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
• Enterprise Impact – Be at the forefront of transforming material movement and technology adoption across Lockheed Martin sites.
• Leadership Opportunity – Lead high-priority projects and collaborate with senior leadership to drive business-critical improvements.
• Innovative Environment – Work with cutting-edge technology and digital tools to streamline production control processes.
• Career Growth – Expand your leadership and technical expertise in a fast-paced, strategic role with long-term career opportunities.
• Industry-Leading Benefits – Access comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, retirement plans, and professional development resources.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Who You Are
• Experienced & Strategic – You bring strong project management expertise, with a proven ability to drive process improvement initiatives.
• Lean & Data-Driven – You have experience in lean methodologies, problem-solving, and process mapping to optimize material flow.
• IT & Systems-Oriented – You understand material movement, tool management, and IT system integrations, ensuring alignment with production control and enterprise IT strategies.
• Leader & Change Agent – You have the ability to influence cross-functional teams, drive cultural transformation, and lead enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Effective Communicator – You excel at presenting complex data and strategic insights to senior leadership.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications:
• Experience in Project Management.
• Experience in lean concepts, process mapping, problem solving, &/or leading continuous improvement plans.
• Experience creating and presenting information and data to the senior leadership.
• Proficient in MS Excel, PPT, Project, Word, &/or Visio
Desired Skills:
• Excellent communication and coordination skills with multiple levels of team members and leadership
• Ability to work independently and lead others as a cross-functional facilitator
• Familiarity with material movement and tool management processes and systems; to include SAP and Cribmaster systems, and RFID technologies
• Knowledge of production control processes, material flow improvements and implementations
• Experience in researching, developing, and implementing technology solutions
• Experience identifying and documenting requirements for systems integrations
• Lean manufacturing or supply chain experience
• Green Belt / Black Belt certified
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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: Possible
Career Area: Material and Distribution
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First