Standard Job Description
You will be the Manufacturing Engineering Lead (Optics Manufacturing Associate Manager) for the Optical Components Center. Our team is responsible for ultra precision machining, thin film coatings, and the production of complex optical components.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Manufacturing Engineering Lead you will direct a team of 5 10 engineers, driving best in class manufacturing practices for high performance optics.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead business execution by applying statistical process control, design of experiments, advanced analytics, and root‑cause analysis to continuously improve process yield, cost, and schedule.
- Manage non‑recurring projects from concept through production, ensuring design‑for‑manufacture and automation requirements are met.
- Champion technology advancement by steering research, development, and integration of new manufacturing equipment and processes.
- Develop and deliver capital‑improvement plans that expand capability, capacity, and next‑generation readiness.
- Build organizational talent through manpower planning, hiring, training, and ongoing performance coaching for the engineering team.
Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, results‑driven leader who thrives in a fast‑paced production environment and is passionate about delivering cutting‑edge optical hardware. This role offers direct impact on world‑class programs, hands‑on technical work, and the opportunity to shape a high‑performance engineering culture.
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.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications
o Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Optical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering or closely related technical field.
o Manufacturing Engineering Experience working in a Manufacturing environment with responsibility for developing, implementing and troubleshooting manufacturing processes.
o Experience in all aspects of the manufacturing engineering responsibility including; production support, non-recurring activities, capital investment and research and development.
o The ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance is required.
Desired Skills
| o Skills and/or experience in one or more categories of optics manufacturing engineering; - Gridding/Patterning technologies including Coat/Expose/Develop, metal or thin film deposition (PVD, CVD, IBS) and metrology supporting manufacture of patterned components. o Demonstrated experience developing and troubleshooting optics manufacturing or semiconductor processes in a production environment. o Demonstrated identification and execution of research and development projects in the field of optics or semiconductor manufacturing. o Demonstrated leadership of non-recurring activities including technical and logistical planning, execution and communication with program teams. o Demonstrated planning and execution of capital projects including technology identification, justification and specification. o Demonstrated leadership of diverse teams performing in a manufacturing environment (formal or informal). o Strong analytical skills. o Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated communications from shop floor to senior leadership. o Effective project management and strong communication/presentation skills. o Knowledge and application of Lean Six Sigma Tools and experience driving Root Cause and Corrective Action analysis. |
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00
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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.