Performs in a collaborative environment to develop and implement manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, fabrication, and material handling. Drives adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement. Creates and analyzes 3D based model data environment to optimize manufacturing process and digital work instructions. Leverages understanding of materials and automatic processes to define operations procedures and build sequences to drive operational excellence. Evaluates performance (including IoT devices, etc.) of equipment and tools to verify their efficiency and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure operational excellence. Leverages factory data to develop statistical process control approaches and integrates reporting and data analytics solutions for continuous improvement. Provides input to product design regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
As the Functional Manufacturing Engineer Senior Manager, you will be responsible for defining a unified LOB manufacturing engineering strategy, anticipating and mitigating high impact technical risks, and ensuring disciplined budget and schedule execution. You will partner with Production Operations, Program Management, Engineering, Global Supply Chain and Quality to align priorities, accelerate delivery, and champion cutting‑edge manufacturing technologies.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Developing and driving a cohesive engineering roadmap for the entire MFC portfolio.
- Identifying, quantifying, and resolving technical risks; translating mitigations into measurable performance gains.
- Owning budget stewardship and schedule integrity for all initiatives and reporting progress to senior leadership.
- Championing cross‑functional collaboration with Production Operations, Program Management, Engineering, Global Supply Chain and Quality to accelerate delivery.
- Leading, mentoring, and developing high‑performing, geographically dispersed engineering teams; fostering a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Bachelors or higher degree in technical discipline (electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or related discipline.)
• Demonstrated an ability to work strategically as well as tactically to drive operations.
• History leading complex & large teams with a demonstrated track record of performance and results.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in a supervisory/managerial role.
• Experience in design for manufacturing / assembly or design to cost
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and have the ability to obtain a security clearance
• Ability to liaison between Production Operations, Manufacturing Sites, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, etc.
• Ability to build positive relationships with the customers
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve technical/process issues varying from basic to very complex
• Proficient in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
• Ability to travel domestic and/or international
• Experience with MFC Line of Business including Integrated Air and Missile Defense, Advanced Programs, Tactical Missiles, Sensors and Global Sustainment, and Air Dominance and Strike Weapons.
• MFC Manufacturing Engineering experience on either site or program
• Experience leading a cross-functional team.
• Demonstrated ability to lead high performing engineering teams, manage budgets, and influence cross functional stakeholders.
• Experience in planning for increased munitions capacity.
• Experience with development programs & transitioning development programs to production
• Control Account Management (CAM) background
and familiarity with Earned Value (EV).
• Experience interfacing with executive leadership across functions and lines of business.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $158700.00 - $294700.00
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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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s or higher degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or a related technical discipline
- Strategic and tactical ability to drive operations
- Experience leading complex and large teams with demonstrated performance results
- 5+ years of engineering experience in a supervisory or managerial role
- Experience with design for manufacturing and assembly or design to cost
- Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a security clearance
- Ability to liaise between production operations, manufacturing sites, engineering, quality, and supply chain
- Ability to build positive customer relationships
- Ability to analyze and resolve technical and process issues from basic to highly complex
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally
- Experience with the MFC line of business
- MFC manufacturing engineering experience at a site or program
- Experience leading cross-functional teams
- Experience leading high-performing engineering teams, managing budgets, and influencing stakeholders
- Experience planning for increased munitions capacity
- Experience with development programs and transitioning them to production
- Control Account Management background and familiarity with Earned Value
- Experience interfacing with executive leadership across functions and lines of business
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