Description: The defense industry is undergoing rapid transformation, with increasing global complexity and evolving security demands redefining what it takes to compete. Organizations are under growing pressure to deliver with both precision and speed while adapting in real time. Success requires more than incremental improvement-it demands the ability to build capability, scale performance, and drive meaningful change across the enterprise.
In response to urgent national priorities-including the acceleration of munitions production in support of the Department of War-Lockheed Martin is building a new kind of internal consulting capability to meet the moment. This team operates at the intersection of strategy and execution, partnering directly with internal production sites and external suppliers to unlock capacity, remove constraints, and rapidly scale output to support mission-critical priorities.
Lockheed Martin Consulting was established to lead this effort. As the internal consulting arm, we partner across the enterprise to solve complex challenges, accelerate performance, and embed sustainable improvements. We are helping to reshape the defense industrial base-bringing structured problem solving, deep operational expertise, and a bias for action to environments where speed, rigor, and execution are paramount.
We operate at the forefront of a cultural shift toward agility, accountability, and performance excellence. Our ambition is to become the enterprise's partner of choice-delivering measurable impact and enabling sustained performance in support of mission-critical outcomes.
What You Will Be Doing
Support the diagnosis of operational performance gaps by analyzing end-to-end processes and helping identify bottlenecks, constraints, and sources of variability across production and support functions
Conduct data-driven root cause analyses (e.g., yield loss, downtime, rework, cycle time variation) and help translate findings into actionable improvement opportunities
Assist in optimizing throughput and flow by applying foundational concepts such as capacity analysis, line balancing, and constraint identification
Support cost and productivity improvement initiatives by analyzing labor, waste, and efficiency drivers across manufacturing and support operations
Contribute to the design and implementation of Lean and continuous improvement solutions, including standard work, visual management, and daily management systems
Support production planning and scheduling improvements, including analysis of sequencing logic, WIP levels, and on-time delivery performance
Work closely with frontline teams on the shop floor to understand current processes, test ideas, and support implementation of improvements
Help develop performance management tools, including KPIs, dashboards, and reporting routines to track operational performance
Support digital and systems initiatives, including data collection, MES enhancements, and automation of reporting processes
Help quantify impact of initiatives by tracking improvements in key metrics such as throughput, cycle time, utilization, and cost per unit
Build foundational capabilities in problem-solving and continuous improvement by working closely with operators, supervisors, and project leaders
Schedule for this Position: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader with flexibility for additional hours expected based on workload
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, Economics, or a related field
3-5 years of professional experience in consulting, internal consulting, manufacturing operations, or a related analytical role
Proven ability to structure complex problems, analyze data, and drive actionable recommendations
Experience leading key components of projects
Strong proficiency in Excel for modeling and analysis; familiarity with Python, SQL, Tableau, or other analytics tools is a plus
Strong communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly to stakeholders
Hands-on experience in operational environments, including collaboration with frontline teams
Ability to travel as needed to support projects across sites
Desired Skills:
Experience in consulting or internal consulting teams focused on operational transformation, process improvement, or performance excellence
Demonstrated success leading continuous improvement, cost reduction, or operational optimization initiatives
Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence methodologies
Deep understanding of operations concepts such as throughput, bottlenecks, cycle time, and capacity management
Experience using analytics to support decision-making and quantify impact
Demonstrated leadership and ownership in high-performance, team-based environments
Comfort navigating ambiguous, fast-paced environments and influencing stakeholders at all levels
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 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: Purchasing/Procurement/Supply Chain
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
