Operations Supervisor, Aerostructures

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Stratford
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description WHAT WE'RE DOING At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company, we are redefining what’s possible in vertical lift. As a global leader in advanced helicopter design and manufacturing, we deliver cutting-edge solutions to both commercial and military customers. Our team takes pride in building the aircraft that protect and serve communities and warfighters around the world. THE WORK • Responsible for team’s productivity while adhering to safety, quality, schedule, and cost requirements • Responsible for transition of work requirements between shifts • Manage and approve employee(s) timekeeping in SAP • Participate in meetings throughout the day • Manage employee development; must be able to develop employees skills and prepare them for future job assignments. • Responsible for continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring standard work and environmental, safety and health (ESH) requirements are met. • Comply with all company ethics policies, principles, and practices • Manage direct and indirect budget • Selected candidate must be willing to work in any shift. WHO WE ARE Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company, is a world leader in the aerospace industry. We pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation, excellence, & delivering cutting-edge solutions to our customers. Our team is passionate about aviation and dedicated to creating advanced helicopters and aircraft that meet the highest standards of quality & performance. WHO YOU ARE We are looking for an Aero-structure Supervisor who will provide Supervision and oversight to a team of hourly bargaining unit employees engaged in the major assemblies and complete aircraft structures. Ensure all components are completed according to blueprint requirements and delivered to the customer in a timely manner. Must be able to ensure accurate and thorough communications with key internal customers and employees. WHY JOIN US Joining Sikorsky means becoming part of a team that is dedicated to innovation and excellence. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in the aerospace industry, with access to continuous development and growth opportunities. We offer a collaborative and dynamic work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact. Additionally, you will benefit from a competitive compensation and benefits package. As part of our team, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of aviation. Basic Qualifications - Experience in Manufacturing/Operations environment. - Previous experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing environment - Production and Quality experience - Demonstrated ability to manage teams and achieve results across safety, quality, cost, and schedule metrics Desired skills - Prior union experience - Able to manage multiple priorities and be flexible - Strong influencing skills - Must be able to lead a team and manage/resolve employee conflict - Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills for use at all levels of the organization 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. * Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about. As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories. 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. 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 $73,800 - $130,180. 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 $84,900 - $147,085. 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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