Standard Job 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
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
For (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.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
