Operations Engineer​/Lexington, KY

Position: Operations Engineer / Lexington, KY

Job Description

Work directly with production and installation personnel to identify, test, and implement process improvements. Use engineering drawings to assess producibility, recommend design adjustments, and set hour standards for efficiencies. Perform run and process trend analyses to pinpoint performance gaps and opportunities for continuous improvement. Partner with cross‑functional teams (process engineers, production staff, quality assurance) to align improvement efforts with business goals.

Must be able to work on site in Lexington, KY.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Ability to obtain security clearance.
• Team player.

Desired Skills

• Proven experience applying Lean Six Sigma methodologies in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Proficiency with Minitab for statistical analysis and project tracking.
• Ability to create and work with Excel Macros.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience with Team Center Engineering (or similar product data management tools).
• Background in production operations, preferably in fabrication and installation contexts.

Security Clearance.

Working Status

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 that match your skills and experience.

Work Schedule and Work Location

Onsite full‑time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility. This position will follow a non‑standard 40‑hour work week as assigned by the leader.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Final date to receive applications

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5‑30 days of the requisition posting date panas to receive optimal consideration.

Additional Position Details

• Experience Level: 4 yr and up College
• Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CTRL (S0806)
• Relocation Available:
  Possible
• Career Area:
  Manufacturing
• Type:
  Full‑Time
• Shift: First

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