Abstract A major resource for quality exists at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics - Fort Worth with the average age of the workers approaching 50 years with over 20 years employment. Realizing the asset present within this highly experienced work force became a major effort for improving quality at...

The reduction in the US defense budget has resulted in reduced employment at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics – Fort Worth site by more 20,000 employees within the last decade. The company pursued a strategy to increase productivity and quality with the reduced work force while maintaining not only...