Manufacturing Data Analyst

Description:

WHAT WE ARE DOING

We specialize in Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) that deliver advanced capabilities to the defense industry. Our RMS Training and Logistic Solutions (TLS) meet the unique needs of our customers with unmatched performance, reliability, and versatility. We support the full system lifecycle—from design and development to deployment and maintenance—while championing innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.

THE WORK

Located in Orlando, Florida, the Manufacturing Data Analyst will join the Production Operations team within our RMS division. In this role you will turn production data into actionable insights, drive continuous‑process improvement, and support data‑driven decision‑making across the plant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data collection & integration – Pull, clean, and consolidate production data from ERP, MES, shop‑floor sensors, and ancillary tools into a centralized analytics environment.
• Schedule analytics – Analyze the production schedule, identify bottlenecks, and generate forecasts that help balance capacity, inventory, and delivery commitments.
• Root‑cause analysis – Use statistical methods (e.g., regression, Pareto, control charts) to diagnose variances in on‑time delivery, scrap, rework, and labor utilization.
• Reporting & visualization – Build and maintain interactive dashboards (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) that provide real‑time visibility of key performance indicators (KPIs) such as throughput, OEE, lead‑time, and material availability.
• Process‑performance modeling – Develop and maintain predictive models (e.g., demand‑driven MRP, capacity‑requirement planning) to support “what‑if” scenario planning for make‑buy decisions and BOM optimization.
• Collaboration & communication – Partner with production supervisors, supply‑chain planners, quality engineers, and senior leadership to translate analytical findings into practical improvement actions.
• Continuous‑improvement support – Contribute data‑driven insights to Lean/Kaizen initiatives, support KPI‑based scorecards, and help prioritize projects that yield the greatest ROI.
• Tool stewardship – Serve as a subject‑matter expert for the ERP system and associated analytics tools; drive adoption of best‑practice data standards and governance.

WHO WE ARE

You will support a portfolio of work centers ranging in complexity, collaborating with a Production Control team of 50 seasoned professionals. Our group works closely with engineering, supply chain, quality, and program management to ensure seamless production flow and successful delivery of contracted projects.

WHO YOU ARE

You excel at turning large data sets into actionable insights, with strong experience extracting ERP data (SAP, Oracle) and visualizing it in Power BI, Tableau, or Looker using SQL, Python/R, and Excel. Familiar with manufacturing workflows—MRP, BOM, capacity planning—you will bridge data insights to production actions. You communicate findings clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences, champion continuous‑improvement, and balance meticulous data quality with a strategic focus on business outcomes.

WHY JOIN US

When you join our team, you'll be part of a dynamic and supportive work environment that values collaboration, growth, and innovation. We offer comprehensive compensation and benefits, as well as opportunities for training and development to help you build your career. Our mission-driven organization is dedicated to making a positive impact in the world.

Basic Qualifications:

• Knowledge of ERP tools such as SAP
• Previous advanced experience with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to extract, understand, and build graphs in Tableau

Desired Skills:

• Ability to communicate within the team structure and with partnering businesses.
• Ability to collaborate as a team member in a fast-paced production environment.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills within the business and with partnering businesses.
• Develops, and mines material data in resource planning tool for strategic material procurement and material availability in a production environment.
• Evident experience with extracting, analyzing, and manipulating data to drive decision making.

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: 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: RMS

Relocation Available: No

Career Area: Manufacturing

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First