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Sr. Manufacturing EngineerLockheed Martin • Palmdale, CA, US
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Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Lockheed Martin • Palmdale, CA, US
14 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description : As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and optimizing manufacturing processes and procedures to drive operational excellence. You will leverage your expertise in materials, tooling, and process flow to define build sequences and ensure product quality, efficiency, and manufacturability.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Develop, implement, and refine manufacturing processes and build sequences based on a strong understanding of materials and fabrication techniques.
  • Evaluate equipment and tool performance to verify efficiency, reliability, and alignment with production requirements.
  • Identify and resolve issues related to tooling, process capability, and production inefficiencies through root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
  • Collaborate with design engineering teams to provide feedback on design concepts and specifications, ensuring manufacturability and optimal use of available equipment and methods.
  • Operate within a Model-Based Engineering environment using platforms such as 3DX (3DEXPERIENCE) and iBASEt Solumina to develop digital work instructions and manage process documentation.
  • Support cross-functional initiatives to improve cycle time, cost, quality, and safety across manufacturing operations.
  • Provide periodic off-shift support as needed to sustain production and ensure continuity of operations.
  • Travel periodically to other sites or vendors for technical support and integration activities.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong technical background and a high degree of confidence in addressing complex, unfamiliar challenges, especially in hands-on hardware environments.

Key Attributes :

  • Technical Aptitude : Proven ability to rapidly understand new technologies, systems, and integration challenges.
  • Hands-On Expertise : Comfortable with hardware evaluation, troubleshooting, and subsystem-level integration tasks.
  • Initiative & Independence : Self-starter with the ability to manage tasks without close supervision and drive projects to completion.
  • Strategic Thinking : Makes informed, data-driven decisions with long-term project and program goals in mind.
  • Attention to Detail : Maintains precision in documentation, process development, and execution.
  • Collaboration : Works effectively within cross-functional teams and with external partners / suppliers.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience with sub-system assembly and integration into first article complete air vehicles.
  • Background in aerospace hardware development, integration, and manufacturing environments.
  • What's In It For You :

  • We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security.
  • Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality?
  • Basic Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • Aero Aircraft or rocket hardware fabrication, assembly and or integration / installation.
  • Manufacturing assembly work instruction authoring and work planning.
  • Hands-on or Support production floor experience.
  • Review of engineering technical drawings and models / designs with respect to design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA) considerations.
  • Ability to obtain secret clearance within one year of submission and gain special program access within 3 months of submission.
  • Desired Skills :

  • STEM Degree with 5+ years of experience.
  • Aircraft fuel and hydraulic systems.
  • Wire harness and interconnect installation / integration.
  • Development / prototype / first article program support.
  • CNC machining working knowledge.
  • 3DX / Catia V5 software usage. PLM and ERP software proficiency.
  • Works effectively within cross-functional teams and with external partners / suppliers.
  • Direct ownership and support of specific manufacturing operations as well as interface with production employees.
  • Secret Clearance.
  • Security Clearance Statement : This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

    Clearance Level : Secret.

    Equal Opportunity Employer : Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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