Job ID: 701359BR Date posted: Aug. 07, 2025
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

We are seeking an Aerostructure Supervisor to lead a team of hourly bargaining unit employees responsible for building major assemblies and full aircraft structures. In this role, you will ensure the team meets blueprint specifications and delivers high-quality components on time and within budget. Your leadership will be key to driving operational excellence, promoting a culture of safety, and supporting the career development of your team.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Leading daily operations while meeting safety, quality, cost, and schedule goals

Managing shift transitions to ensure continuity of work

Approving and maintaining accurate timekeeping in SAP

Attending and contributing to daily operational and planning meetings

Coaching and developing employees to support skill growth and future job readiness

Driving continuous improvement initiatives while upholding standard work and ESH compliance

Supporting company ethics, values, and compliance expectations

Managing both direct and indirect budgets effectively

Note: This position may require working on 2nd or 3rd shift based on business needs.

WHO WE ARE

At Sikorsky, we are engineers, technicians, and innovators united by our mission to deliver world-class aircraft. We thrive in a culture that values teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning. Backed by the strength and resources of Lockheed Martin, we offer unmatched career opportunities in aerospace and defense.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a people-first leader who thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment. You take pride in developing your team, ensuring operational discipline, and keeping safety and quality at the forefront. You’re organized, driven, and ready to take ownership of complex production challenges.

WHY JOIN US

Be part of a company with a rich legacy and an exciting future in aerospace

Access world-class training and development programs

Lead a team that plays a critical role in building some of the world’s most advanced helicopters

Competitive pay and benefits, plus the opportunity to grow your career within Lockheed Martin
Basic Qualifications:
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

Experience working in an aerospace, automotive, or industrial manufacturing setting

Strong understanding of blueprint reading, assembly processes, and quality standards

Demonstrated ability to manage teams and achieve results across safety, quality, cost, and schedule metrics

Proficiency with basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office and SAP or other enterprise systems

Must be able to work 2nd or 3rd shift as needed
Desired Skills:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical or management field

Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or Six Sigma principles

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and motivate diverse teams

Experience supporting unionized/hourly workforce

Familiarity with Environmental, Safety and Health (ESH) requirements in a production setting

Ability to analyze and solve problems under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving change initiatives

Demonstrated success in coaching and developing employees for career growth
Clearance Level: None
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.
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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First