Job ID: 709895BR Date posted: Nov. 05, 2025 Program: IFG
Description:India Wing Technical Lead

What You Will Be Doing

Job Description :
This role is for the F-16 International Co-Production lead in Hyderabad, India. Primary in-country point of contact with international team to provide comprehensive program oversight to ensure that all manufacturing activities are implemented consistent with planned strategies and commitments.

Specific tasking:
- Provide strategic direction for the in-country co-production team in partnership with in-country LM Director
- Provide technical leadership to TLMAL (80%+ time on shop floor)
- Responsible for 100% on time delivery of end item components and parts to meet next assembly need dates
- Provide guidance to co-producer to strive to deliver the highest quality components possible and facilitate
the manufacture of an internationally competitive aircraft.
- Influence and guide in-country staff to identify process improvement and affordability opportunities.
- Interface with foreign sub-contractor leadership, foreign press and foreign government representatives on
activities associated with the co-production program.
- Support scheduled program reviews (e.g. EMR, MRL/MRA, PRR, PMR, EPMR, QMR) either by chairing
program reviews or assisting in the development of presentation materials
- Identify potential cost claims and coordinate with LM team / buyer
- Support fact finding and negotiation activities
- Identify process improvement opportunities (implement as applicable)
- Develop and support standing meeting tempo between Lockheed Martin Resident Office (LMRO) / Co-
producer and LMRO / FWT team (e.g. periodic stand up, production status, teleconferences)
- Support new business proposal activity
- Ability to work standard / non-standard hours plus overtime that might compensated or uncompensated due to the nature of the job as an ex-pat

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.

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Basic Qualifications:
Experience supporting an international supplier

Leadership (formal or informal) experience

Production/Manufacturing and/or Program Management experience

Prior F-16 Wing Build Knowledge as a Manufacturing Engineer, Specialist or Supervisor
Desired Skills:
F-16 Program and/or F-35 experience

Experience with the manufacturing (Production, Engineering or Quality) of aircraft components

Excellent Communication Skills (verbal, written and presentation skills)

Ability to effectively interface with Senior Leadership

Problem solving skills

Self-motivated

Ability to work with ambiguity

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Effective conflict resolution
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 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: Yes
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First