Standard Job Description
You will be the Manufacturing Engineer Staff for the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) Development Team. Our team is responsible for improving producibility of early designs, creating manufacturing plans and processes, and supporting the transition from development to low‑rate initial production.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Manufacturing Engineer Staff you will be responsible for ensuring new designs are manufacturable, developing manufacturing plans, and coordinating with cross‑functional teams to drive cost‑effective production. You will act as the primary engineering liaison, evaluate designs, and support early‑stage assemblies.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Develop and maintain manufacturing plans, make‑or‑buy analyses, and readiness assessments.
- Collaborate with Design, Integration, Test, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Management to ensure producibility.
- Provide manufacturing feedback and cost‑justification for design decisions.
- Support early‑development assemblies and conduct on‑site visits to suppliers and Lockheed sites.
- Serve as the point of contact for Advanced Manufacturing and Technology integration.
Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is collaborative, analytical, and driven to translate innovative designs into affordable, high‑quality production. This role offers the chance to influence a cutting‑edge defense program and work alongside top engineers across multiple disciplines.
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{:target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"}
Further Information About This Opportunity
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MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineer, or equivalent)
Ability to obtain a security clearance, an Interim Secret clearance is required to start
Experience with Manufacturing / Assembly / Production processes
Shop floor Manufacturing Engineer experience
Experience with creating/reviewing work instructions
Ability to travel domestic and/or international
Desired Skills
Bachelor's or higher degree in technical discipline (electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, etc. with MFG shop experience)
Experience in design for manufacturing / assembly or design to cost of electrical and electro-mechanical designs
Knowledge within the SAP MRP production control system
Experience with Circuit Card Assemblies, Wire Harness, or General Assembly
Earned Value Management Experience
Lean / Six Sigma Green of Black Belt Certification
Experience working with Government customers
Exposure to working with program management
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.