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The story of aviation has always been the story of people who have the perseverance to fail, to try again, and to one day succeed. Since Lockheed Martin’s inception and continuing today, the passion to advance aeronautical design and help our customers achieve mission results has been ingrained in our culture. We recognize the diverse talents and experiences of our team members, and we celebrate the unique contributions each individual brings to the table. It is that collective passion, combined with a strategic focus on ever-changing global opportunities, that shapes our path forward. Join us as we continue to innovate, inspire, and make history in the world of aerospace and defense.

The selected candidate will be an Operations Engineer Staff of the international production technical assistance team within Lockheed Martin's F-35 Final Assembly and Checkout Facility operating at the Nagoya, Japan site.

What You Will Be Doing

As an Operations Engineer Staff you will be responsible for managing Buyer Furnished Equipment (BFE), Buyer Furnished Material (BFM), and Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) to accomplish cost, schedule, and quality goals for the Japan Final Assembly and Checkout facility (JFACO).

The successful candidate will be the primary interface between Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Logistics Personnel, Lockheed Martin in-country, and US domestic Production Control teams to proactively identify, forecast, and resolve BFE and non-BFE shortage constraints, Parts System inventory issues, evaluate impact to build schedule, and report material status. They will also ensure material is delivered to the Co-Producer per delivery requirements to meet build schedule.

Your responsibilities will include oversight of:

• In-country Government Furnished Equipment

• Traveled Work Processes (Parts Tracking / Requirements Coordination)

• Loose Parts Tracking / Delivery Coordination

• Inventory Audits (US Government and Corporate)

• Problem Resolution of Shipping Errors; Wrong Pull, Wrong Qty, etc.

• Identification and reconciliation of usage issues for PLS, Consumables, Tapes, etc., and SQAR Processing / RTV coordination, replacement part coordination

What’s In It For You

Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:

• Medical

• Dental

• 401k

• Paid time off

• Work/life balance

• Career development

• Mentorship opportunities

• Rewards & recognition

Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Our Commitment to DEI

We Hear You, We See You. At LM Aeronautics, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse-thinkers like you! At LM Aeronautics, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.

Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global DEI.

At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we're taking innovation to the next level. From designing the most advanced air vehicle to designing aircraft that defies gravity, our engineers live on the cutting edge of technology.

Basic Qualifications:

• Systems knowledge using SAP to manage parts issue, turn-in, &/or Return To Vendor (RTV)

• Understanding of international import & export logistics operations

• Understanding of US Government product Audits & Inventory Control

Desired Skills:

• Ability to work with diverse teams to prevent, alleviate, and resolve Production disruptions caused by material delays or shortages

• Familiarity with ITAR, ITC, DSP-5 & DSP-83 licenses, and requirements to satisfy SOFA import / export determinations

• Familiarity with LM tools – QADS, CAPPs, SFM, Kinaxix (rapid response), JJDL, and IMR (International Material Replacement).

• General knowledge of material management for Autonomic Logistics Information Systems (ALIS)

• Ability to work closely with co-producer to overcome Production disruptions related to materials

• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels

• Experience using Microsoft Office products to analyze data to manage and improve program processes

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: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader

Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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: Yes

Career Area: Manufacturing

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First