Description:
You will be the Production Associate Manager for Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control. Chelmsford Operations is home to some of the most advanced microelectronics manufacturing in Lockheed Martin. We build technology that keeps service members safe and enables mission success across the globe. We're a team that cares about excellence, ownership, each other and we're looking for a Production Associate Manager who shares that mindset.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Production Associate Manager, you will lead our 2nd shift Assembly & Test operations, where production momentum, problem solving, and real-time decision making happen. You'll be the senior leadership presence during the shift, ensuring your teams are supported, empowered, and set up for success.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Lead and develop a team of 2nd shift manufacturing supervisors and their Assembly & Test technicians.
Own daily production execution to meet schedule, cost, and quality goals.
Set the tone each evening: create clarity, alignment, and focus to ensure the shift launches strong and ends strong.
Ensure your teams have the right staffing, training, resources, and escalation support.
Partner closely with your peer Production Manager and day-shift leadership to drive continuity, handoffs, and cultural alignment.
Champion continuous improvement to enhance flow, reduce defects, and strengthen performance.
Promote a positive, collaborative culture where people feel supported, valued, and proud of their work.
Who You Are
You're someone who:
Leads with clarity, accountability, and empathy.
Thrives in environments where every hour counts and your presence matters.
Can build trust across shifts and functions.
Doesn't just maintain operations, you elevate them.
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Experience leading leaders and/or large operational teams.
Background in manufacturing.
Working knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma and MRP systems.
Strong communicator able to translate direction into action.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
Why This Role Matters
2nd shift is where momentum is maintained and production is executed.
Your leadership ensures:
Teams feel supported, motivated, and valued.
Work flows smoothly across shifts.
Issues get solved early.
The factory's performance doesn't rest on one shift alone.
You'll have real influence here that is visible, immediate, and meaningful.
Why Join Us
This is a place where leaders grow. Where hard work means something. Where your presence has impact. At Chelmsford, you'll build teams, build capability, and build a legacy. If you're energized by leading people and driven by meaningful impact, we'd love to meet you.
We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here (https://lmt.co/OneLM-JobDescription-Benefits) .
Further Information About This Opportunity
This position is located in Chelmsford. Discover more about our Chelmsford, Massachusetts location. (https://lmt.co/MFC-JobDescription-Chelmsford)
This is a 2nd Shift position. Typical hours are 4pm to 2:30am Mon-Thurs.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires?special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain an interim secret?clearance prior to start.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Demonstrated experience leading supervisors or leading teams through leaders.
Background in manufacturing.
Working knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma principles and MRP systems.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to translate direction into actionable plans.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance (U.S. citizenship required). Interim Secret clearance or higher is required prior to start.
Desired Skills:
Prior leadership experience in a multi-shift or fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Experience with Apriso, CAM, or similar manufacturing systems.
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and resolve issues at the appropriate level.
Experience improving workforce capability through structured training and development frameworks.
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
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $90,200 - $159,045. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $103,700 - $179,860. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
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: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: Second
