Description:

You will be the Process Improvement Analyst for the Continuous Improvement team. Our team delivers breakthrough capabilities across the product lifecycle by turning data into actionable insight.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Process Improvement Analyst you will be responsible for designing and maintaining analytical tools, partnering with leaders, and driving sustainable change through Lean Six Sigma methods.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

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• Design and sustain dashboards, KPI boards, and visual‑management tools that surface problems in real time.
  
• Partner side‑by‑side with senior managers, project champions, and Black‑Belt mentors to prioritize, scope, and execute high‑impact continuous‑improvement projects.
  
• Apply A3, DMAIC, and “Go‑and‑See” techniques on live manufacturing processes while receiving mentorship from seasoned Six Sigma experts.
  
• Extract, clean, and visualize process data (Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, R) to identify variation, waste, and improvement opportunities.
  
• Coach frontline teams, support Green‑Belt training, and own KPI stewardship – reporting progress to senior leadership and maintaining visual‑management boards.
  

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is an energetic early‑career professional who thrives in a collaborative, technology‑enabled environment. This role offers a fast‑track pathway to Green‑Belt/Black‑Belt certification, hands‑on project leadership, and the chance to make measurable ROI‑driven contributions to mission‑critical programs.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.

Alternatively, this role can be based in Grand Prairie, TX (Dallas region). Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Statistics, or related field (or Master’s with ≤ 1 yr experience).
• 0–5 years of professional experience; internship, co op, or entry level roles in manufacturing, quality, or data analytics are a plus.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma tools (DMAIC, A3, visual management) and basic statistical techniques (DOE, regression, hypothesis testing).
• Strong communication skills—able to present data driven insights to both technical and non technical audiences.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and a willingness to learn statistical software (Minitab, JMP, Python/R).
• Active DoD Secret clearance — preferred but not mandatory for entry level candidates.
Desired Skills:
Familiarity with MFC production line processes, including assembly, fabrication, and test operations.

Understanding of manufacturing flow, takt time, cycle time, and throughput optimization.

Exposure to digital manufacturing systems such as MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), and PLM (Product Lifecycle Management).

Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action in a production environment.

Knowledge of standard work, visual management, and 6S workplace organization principles.
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

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