Thermal Protection Systems Manufacturing Associate Manager

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Courtland
Posted on: April 6, 2026

Job Description:

Work Schedule: 4x10 (Monday - Thursday) Shift: SECOND (4 PM - 2:30 AM) Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more— we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join our team as a Manufacturing Supervisor in Courtland, AL ! As a key member of our team, you will lead and manage a strong multi-discipline team responsible for component manufacturing, disassembly, assembly, and materials stewardship within our Courtland, Alabama facility. Key responsibilities: • Lead and manage a team of manufacturing professionals to achieve schedule execution and customer satisfaction. • Drive day-to-day improvement activities to support customer needs and enhance operational efficiency. • Provide guidance and direction to team members to ensure effective collaboration and communication. • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and employee development. Ideal candidate will have: • Strong leadership and management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to interact with various stakeholders. • Proven track record of driving improvement initiatives and achieving results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to analyze data and make informed decisions. • Experience with lean manufacturing principles and methodologies. What we offer: • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growth-oriented environment. • Collaborative and supportive team culture • Professional development and growth opportunities • Competitive compensation and benefits package If you are a self-starter, eager to learn, and passionate about manufacturing, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team! Basic Qualifications • Experience leading in manufacturing and/or production. • Experience in leading multiple cross shift teams. • Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance. • Experience in application of Space rated thermal protection systems Desired skills •Experience washing, chemical treatments, and surface prep/application/finishing to ensure optimal TPS adhesion and longevity. • Experience Preparing missile, parts, components, and surfaces, ensuring all areas are properly protected and free from contaminants. • Manufacturing experiences in areas of component manufacturing, disassembly, assembly, and materials management preferably in a leadership or supervisory capacity. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions. • Experience with performance metrics and benchmarking. • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and circumstances. • Knowledge of lean principles and methodologies. • Kaizen, Kanban, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) experience, Green Belt Certified 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. Other Important Information 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 Schedule Information 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. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $90,200 - $159,045. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (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. This position is incentive plan eligible. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $103,700 - $179,860. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.

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