79 operations jobs found in Palmdale

Standard Job Description What You Will Be Doing As the Operations Engineer Senior Staff - Level 5 you will be responsible for creating comprehensive project charters, applying Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous‑improvement methodologies, and leading end‑to‑end initiatives that elevate safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and customer satisfaction. Your responsibilities will include: Facilitate Kaizen events, value‑stream mapping, root‑cause analysis, and process‑mapping workshops to uncover improvement opportunities. Analyze operational and financial data to detect trends, variation, capacity constraints, and waste; develop dashboards and KPI reports. Establish baseline performance, set measurable targets, and define key performance indicators for each initiative. Collaborate with operational leaders, frontline staff, engineering, quality, supply chain, IT, HR, and other functions to support stakeholder engagement, communication, training, and readiness...

Standard Job Description What You Will Be Doing As the Operations AI/ML Engineer - Level 2 you will be responsible for performing exploratory research and statistical analysis to identify novel patterns, develop predictive models, and translate findings into actionable business value. Your responsibilities will include: Conduct exploratory research and statistical analysis to uncover meaningful patterns and latent predictive factors. Develop, test, and validate predictive models and algorithms using machine‑learning, deep‑learning, and optimization techniques. Design and implement scalable computing solutions (GPU, distributed, cloud) for large‑scale data processing. Create clear visualizations and actionable recommendations that support decision‑making. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate analytical insights into product and process improvements. What’s In It For You We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being,...

Standard Job Description Performs periodic and scheduled tests, inspections, and maintenance on aircrew flight equipment including, but not limited to, parachutes, survival kits, helmets, oxygen masks, and pressure suits. Ensures proper size and fitment of aircrew ensemble. Works directly with aircrew to troubleshoot and resolve problems with flight equipment. Certifies aircrew flight equipment as safe for flight. Properly records all inspection and maintenance actions. Utilizes basic hand tools, technical data, blueprints, and vendor instructions to perform tasks. Occasionally works irregular shifts to support flying operations Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Graduate of applicable military technical school.: Experience in Aircrew Flight Equipment: Experience in Flightline Operations: Use of Air Force Technical Orders or Equivalent such as Manuals.: Desired Skills: U-2 Pilot Equipment Explosives Handling Egress System experience/qualifications (e.g. ejection...

Standard Job Description This classification requires on the job training and performance of diverse assignments related to Flight Safety Survival Equipment Technician activities for the purpose of acquiring training and experience to satisfactorily perform the distinguishing requirements of the classification. Must possess licenses or certifications as required. Services, repairs and overhauls aircraft ejection seat to ensure airworthiness. Removes/installs canopies, ejection seats, performs periodic maintenance of all cockpit egress and life support systems of moderate difficulty, such as seats, canopies, CADs, heating/cooling systems, utilizing hand tools. Properly records all inspection and maintenance actions. Utilizes basic hand tools, technical data, blueprints, and vendor instructions to perform tasks. Occasionally works irregular shifts to support operations. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Graduate of applicable military technical school Explosive/CAD...

Standard Job Description What You Will Be Doing Our team is responsible for work measurement, cost analysis, capacity requirements planning (reporting and analysis), capital project management and budget planning, discrete event simulation, staffing forecasts, etc. As an Industrial Engineer, you will support cross-functional improvement efforts for ADP programs, working closely with various teams to identify areas for improvement and implement changes. You will also perform data analysis, observations, and time studies to support cost driver analysis and process improvement. Your responsibilities will include: First Article Master Scheduling Committee (FAMSCO) facilitation Work directly with and in support of the production operations team Performing observations and time studies to support cost driver analysis and process improvement Using visualization and data analytic tools to analyze production processes Applying Lean and Six-Sigma practices to production and...

Standard Job Description We are Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, home of the world-renowned Skunk Works®, turns visionary aircraft into reality and is known for building the finest military aircraft in the world. This recognition is continually earned through our commitment to relentless research and development of high-performance aircraft, continuously seeking innovative, low-cost design and manufacturing strategies, and delivering operational readiness for our customers' missions to ensure continued relevancy for the life cycle of our products. This position is for a Flight Test Engineer, a senior member of an ADP Flight Test Engineering team, providing support for all flight test activity including laboratory, ground and flight test. Travel is required in this role; up to 25% of the time. You will be part of a fast paced, dynamic environment exploring state of the art technical solutions. This Flight Test Engineer will be tasked across the full flight test...

Standard Job Description What You Will Be Doing As the Industrial Engineer Senior Staff - Level 5 you will be responsible for analyzing workflows, designing facility layouts, and creating programs that maximize production utilization. Your responsibilities will include: Analyze and design sequences of operations and work flow to improve plant efficiency. Establish methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel. Develop and implement accident‑prevention measures and manage training programs for production staff. Conduct cost‑control, cost‑reduction, inventory‑control, and production‑record studies. Partner with facilities engineers to plan and design facility modifications. What’s In It For You We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers...

Standard Job Description Selected candidate will support testing during the build process. • Interact with the aircraft across multiple sub- systems throughout assembly. •  Responsible for testing of all systems and sub- systems on the aircraft. • Responsible for developing new test equipment as testing requirements are updated, as well as documenting complex test procedures for use by non-technical co-workers when writing procedures. • Support the MTE Project team with the project management of test equipment and support equipment. • Must be available to work any shift and weekends as required. <b>What’s In It For You:</b> •    We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. •    Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the...

Standard Job Description Performs in a collaborative environment to develop and implement manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, fabrication, and material handling. Drives adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement. Creates and analyzes 3D based model data environment to optimize manufacturing process and digital work instructions. Leverages understanding of materials and automatic processes to define operations procedures and build sequences to drive operational excellence. Evaluates performance (including IoT devices, etc.) of equipment and tools to verify their efficiency and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure operational excellence. Leverages factory data to develop statistical process control approaches and integrates...

Standard Job Description Performs in a collaborative environment to develop and implement manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, fabrication, and material handling. Drives adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement. Creates and analyzes 3D based model data environment to optimize manufacturing process and digital work instructions. Leverages understanding of materials and automatic processes to define operations procedures and build sequences to drive operational excellence. Evaluates performance (including IoT devices, etc.) of equipment and tools to verify their efficiency and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure operational excellence. Leverages factory data to develop statistical process control approaches and integrates...

Standard Job Description As an Integration & Assembly Manufacturing Engineer, you will be primarily responsible for planning, preparing for, and executing air‑vehicle builds, as well as related testing and ground-support operations Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and refine hardware integration, assembly, manufacturing processes and build sequences. Collaborate with design engineering teams and other disciplines to provide feedback on designs and specifications, ensuring manufacturability and optimal use of available equipment and methods. Identify and resolve issues related to hardware, tooling, process capability, and production inefficiencies through root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. Evaluate equipment and tool performance to verify efficiency, reliability, and alignment with production requirements. Respond to production issues and facilitate removal of build constraints with extreme ownership. Operate within a model-based engineering...

Standard Job Description Lockheed Martin Skunk Works® is on the leading edge of manufacturing innovation. We continually look for ways to improve processes and performance while extracting cost by focusing on the areas of subsystems installation and integration. What You Will Be Doing: Work corrective actions for discrepancies in a manufacturing environment across multiple portions of the build. Conduct critical reviews of processes to identify gaps and close the process gaps with the intent of reducing variation and discrepancies in the build. Collaborate with quality engineering and production operations to triage repeat failure modes in a production environment. Utilize lean six sigma toolsets to identify root causes and develop corrective action plans. Collaborate with team members to explore out-of-the-box thinking and contribute to product improvement initiatives. What’s In It For You: We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your...

Standard Job Description What You Will Be Doing The Industrial Engineering Manager will lead a team of industrial engineering professionals supporting the Advanced Development Programs (ADP) Bravo Portfolio. This position is responsible for providing strategic and tactical leadership to drive operational performance across cost, schedule, staffing, and capacity. The selected candidate will oversee industrial engineering activities including workforce planning, labor forecasting, capacity analysis, production planning, manufacturing optimization, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities include developing and executing strategies to improve manufacturing efficiency, resource utilization, and overall program performance. The manager will collaborate closely with Operations, Program Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Finance, and other functional organizations to identify operational challenges, develop data-driven solutions, and drive execution of improvement...

Standard Job Description The Application Engineering Manager role is responsible for 1LMX MES Acceleration in the development of application solutions for capability enablement within the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) ecosystems. This development is the cornerstone for successfully enabling LM Aero Operation’s business transformation for all Lines of Businesses and programs. Thise role wil also manage the successful deployment of CAMS to Johnstown/Pinellas and the continued execution of asset migration to the IFF. In addition this role manages the continual sustainment of all of the system tools at the shop floor across AERO, used for execution. What You Will Be Doing Leading a technical team of Application Engineers who are developing MES solutions for 1LMX Aero business transformation, and IFF migration. Collaborating with cross-functional leadership for alignment on scope and strategy execution for operations capability...

Standard Job Description What You Will Be Doing As the Industrial Engineer Level 2 you will be responsible for analyzing and designing sequences of operations and workflow to improve efficiencies in plant and production facilities, and establishing methods for maximum utilization of equipment and personnel. Your responsibilities will include Analyze and design operation sequences and workflow to enhance plant efficiency. Develop and implement facility layout and equipment utilization plans for maximum productivity. Establish accident‑prevention measures and manage training programs for production personnel. Conduct cost, inventory, and production‑record studies and recommend cost‑reduction initiatives. Collaborate with facilities engineers on planning and designing facility modifications. What’s In It For You We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s...

Standard Job Description Applies quality principles in the areas of: design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation, program performance, reliability, inventory control, and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality for make and/or buy products. Performs technical evaluations including product requirements, specifications, models/designs, drawings and procedures. Collaborates with program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and customers on quality related issues to ensure quality standards are in place. Engages in product failure investigations, material review board decisions and corrective/preventive action. Ensures corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and/or are compliant with requirements. Develops strategies and systems designed to improve internal and/or supplier performance and productivity. Evaluates quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Designs and analyzes...

Standard Job Description Who We Are This exciting position is with our historic Skunk Works program. Skunk Works is an integral part of Lockheed's Aeronautics business area responsible for advanced systems development including conceptual design and rapid prototyping of clean sheet solutions and improvements and derivatives to existing systems. The ideal skunk is an agile, multi-faceted teammate who loves to solve our customer's most difficult challenges. Some of our unclassified projects include the U-2, SR-71 Blackbird, F-22 Raptor, F-117 Nighthawk, and the F-35 Lightening II. Learn more about some of the incredible things we do. Who You Are You are a multi-faceted teammate able to communicate and function effectively on an engineering team to create a collaborative environment that allows for the establishment of mission goals. Self-motivated and inspired, you thrive in an environment where you are empowered to work your craft, never settling for the bare minimum. What...

Standard Job Description Job Details You will be the Manufacturing Planner for the Manufacturing Planning Team, which is responsible for translating engineering data into clear, actionable work instructions. What you Will Be Doing As the Manufacturing Planner you will be responsible for turning technical drawings, models, and specifications into practical production sequences and detailed documentation. Your responsibilities will include: Analyze engineering drawings, models, specifications, and related references to define optimal operations and sequences Develop comprehensive work instructions and supporting documentation for machine parts, composite assemblies, airframe structures, aircraft systems, and related processes Apply shop theory and manufacturing best practices to select tooling, methods, and process flows that maximize efficiency Collaborate with designers, production engineers, Engineering, Planning, Tool Design, Tool Shops, and Production to ensure...

Standard Job Description Job Details You will be the Manufacturing Planner for the Manufacturing Planning Team, which is responsible for translating engineering data into clear, actionable work instructions. What you Will Be Doing As the Manufacturing Planner you will be responsible for turning technical drawings, models, and specifications into practical production sequences and detailed documentation. Your responsibilities will include: Analyze engineering drawings, models, specifications, and related references to define optimal operations and sequences Develop comprehensive work instructions and supporting documentation for machine parts, composite assemblies, airframe structures, aircraft systems, and related processes Apply shop theory and manufacturing best practices to select tooling, methods, and process flows that maximize efficiency Collaborate with designers, production engineers, Engineering, Planning, Tool Design, Tool Shops, and Production to ensure...

Standard Job Description You will be the Chief Engineer for a Skunk Works restricted access aeronautics program which delivers unmatched capability to the nation As the Chief Engineer, you will be accountable for all aspects of engineering and technology activities within a program, program area, or line of business to ensure mission milestones and business objectives are met.  You will serve as a primary technical authority / technical interface with internal program management and external customers.  Specific duties include: Ensuring proposals have sound, affordable technical solutions and schedules. Coordinating/collaborating with program management to: Make key decisions, balancing technical needs and business constraints to meet program objectives Ensure program plans and technical baselines are consistent with Program Control processes and modern Engineering Practices. Determine the appropriate program risk posture and develop mitigation strategies for complex...