Production Supervisor F-16

Lockheed Martin - Greenville, SC

Full-time - Mid Level

Greenville, SC

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The F-16 Production Completion Supervisor is responsible for leading a skilled team in the completion of F-16V Block 70 aircraft. This role focuses on ensuring safety, quality, cost, and schedule performance in the production area while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. The supervisor will build strong customer relationships and drive results in a dynamic aerospace production environment.

Responsibilities

• Staff and develop technical proficiency levels to ensure a trained, qualified, and skilled team.
• Instill quality and product disciplines, maintaining stringent adherence to production absolutes.
• Foster positive customer relations with the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and our System Program Office.
• Facilitate effective implementation of change and acceptance within the organization.
• Develop strategies to optimize production sequencing and absorb out-of-station work to prevent disruptions.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance cost and schedule performance.
• Recognize and reward exceptional team member performance while addressing performance issues effectively.
• Create a culture of accountability, trust, and compliance with company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience in Aviation Production, Maintenance, Modification, Repair, or Overhaul (MMRO) Operations.
• Experience leading a team to meet critical schedules, resolve complex and/or time sensitive technical or operational issues.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Experience interacting with internal/external customers.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college.
• Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize assignments.
• Previously awarded an Air Force, Marine, or Navy 7 level discipline skill level rating or possess equivalent civilian experience with associated credential such as a licensed FAA 'Airframe and Power' plant or Inspector Airframe license.
• Structural repair, fabrication, and assembly experience.
• Recent fighter aircraft experience.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance as required.
• Ability to create and utilize metrics related to performance.
• Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience.
• Demonstrated ability to create, monitor and report on all executive operations metrics.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing or processes.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time off benefits