Strategy Deployment Sr. Manager Aeronautics Enterprise- Level 6

Job ID: 721598BR Date posted: May. 07, 2026
Description:The successful candidate for this position will lead the continuous improvement effort for their organization and collaborate with all organizational OpEx leads to deploy and strengthen the Aero Continuous Improvement culture and practices across the enterprise.

Responsibilities to include:
· Support and champion Aero’s overall Operational Excellence strategic vision and direction.
· Drive OpEx/Strategy Deployment/Continuous Improvement in the assigned Function/LOB.
· Work with organizational leadership to effectively lead Strategy Deployment.
· Lead enterprise-level strategic initiatives and improvement activities in support of organizational priorities.
· Coach organizational leaders and mentor Green/Black Belts
· Act as organization’s POC as member of Aeronautics Tier 1-2 OpEx Council.
· Coordinate the annual kick off, progress, and closure of strategy deployment.
· Ensure connection and tie in with Tier 1-3 COE for alignment of annual objectives, priorities, and TTI’s.
· Support Value Stream Integration activities across Aero.
· Lead organizational OpEx Council to establish alignment across organizational improvement activities and align to Aero objectives.
· Conduct business case analysis and prioritization of projects.

What’s In It For You:
From onsite to remote, 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 resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

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.
Basic Qualifications:
· Experience as a Project Manager

· Experience interfacing with all levels of
employees, to include executive leadership

· Experience mentoring and coaching both
leaders and lean practitioners

· Understanding of business processes:
Example: Financial Management, Program
Management, Risk Management, and/or System
Engineering processes and methodologies
Desired Skills:
· Certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt

· Leadership experience

· Facilitation experience

· Strong interpersonal skills

· Ability to build enduring relationships across
multiple programs and Lines of Business

· Project/Program Leader

· Active Secret Clearance
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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Aeronautical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First