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Standard Job Description Flight Line Operations Supervisor- Palmdale, CA The Flight Line Operations Supervisor provides handson, independent leadership for all flightline activities that ensure the U2 "Dragon Lady" is missionready. Working the second shift with limited onsite support, the supervisor must be selfsufficient and decisive, coordinating mechanical and systemsintegration functions, conducting rigorous preflight inspections, and overseeing flighttest execution to maintain aircraft readiness and support sortie operations. What You'll Be Doing Supervise FlightLine Work - Direct teams performing mechanical and systemsintegration tasks, ensuring compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and mission timelines.

Launch & Recovery Operations - Plan, coordinate, and execute aircraft launch and recovery procedures for sortie missions, confirming that all groundsupport equipment and personnel are ready and verified. Flight & PreFlight Oversight - Perform comprehensive preflight inspections, execute checklists, and maintain configuration control to certify the aircraft for each mission. CrossDiscipline Coordination - Work closely with engineering, mission planning, quality, and logistics groups to resolve discrepancies and eliminate roadblocks that could affect sortie readiness.

Performance Metrics & Continuous Improvement - Track safety, quality, schedule, and cost metrics; lead correctiveaction initiatives and apply leanmanufacturing principles to continually improve flightline efficiency. 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. Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice Second shift typically from 1pm-1am Requires onsite Monday- Thursday Basic Qualifications FlightLine Expertise - Proven experience in aircraft launch, recovery, and sortie support acquired at senior enlisted levels HandsOn Technical Background - Practical experience with Tech data (T.O), 781form documentation, mechanical systems, fuel systems, airframe/structural work, and systemsintegration on highperformance aircraft. Regulatory Knowledge - Familiarity with AFI00201 and DCMA8210 aircraftoperations requirements (or comparable military/industry standards)

Security Clearance - Active Secret clearance (investigation or continuous evaluation completed within the past5years) and eligibility for Special Program Access Flightline Leadership Experience Desired Skills Familiarity with active flightline and groundoperations procedures. Proven ability to ensure mission readiness and solve complex operational problems. Handson experience with EVMS (Earned Value Management System) data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Exposure to leanmanufacturing principles and RCCA (RootCause Corrective Action) methodologies. Technical degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline. Strong manufacturing/startup leadership background, with a track record of building and sustaining highperforming teams Experience (e.g., CDI/CDQAR, level 7through 9, or equivalent seniorrank positions in other armed services).d of building high performing teams

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $81500.00 - $151300.00 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition

Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability

Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics. For (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.