Company Mission & Program Overview
Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.
At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
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.
- U.S. security clearance - Secret or eligibility to obtain secret clearance
- Experience with aerospace or missile manufacturing processes, including knowledge of GD&T, work‑instruction development, and production line balancing.
- Proficiency in industry‑standard tools such as CAD (Creo, SolidWorks, or CATIA), and PLM/ERP systems (Windchill/EPDM, SAP)
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and BOMs, and to develop/validate manufacturing procedures, tooling, and fixtures while complying with safety, quality, and certification requirements
- Strong presentation abilities – comfortable creating and delivering clear, persuasive briefings to technical and non‑technical audiences using PowerPoint, Visio, and video‑conferencing tools.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite – advanced Excel for data analysis, Word for technical documentation, Teams/Outlook for collaboration, and SharePoint for information management.
- Excellent customer‑relation skills – proven track record of building rapport, managing expectations, and providing timely, solution‑focused support to internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience on the nuance of Development Programs and Prototyping
- Hands-on experience in Final Assembly Production
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $70500.00 - $130900.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
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
- U.S. security clearance at the Secret level or eligibility to obtain Secret clearance
- Experience with aerospace or missile manufacturing processes
- Knowledge of GD&T
- Experience developing work instructions
- Experience with production line balancing
- Proficiency with CAD tools such as Creo, SolidWorks, or CATIA
- Proficiency with PLM or ERP systems such as Windchill, EPDM, or SAP
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and bills of materials
- Ability to develop and validate manufacturing procedures, tooling, and fixtures
- Ability to comply with safety, quality, and certification requirements
- Strong presentation abilities using PowerPoint, Visio, and videoconferencing tools
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook, and SharePoint
- Customer-relations and stakeholder-support experience
- Experience with development programs and prototyping
- Hands-on experience in final assembly production
Lockheed Martin Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Lockheed Martin and has not been reviewed or approved by Lockheed Martin.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as a standout element, with a strong 401(k) program and options like an employee stock purchase plan. Feedback suggests these features meaningfully enhance total compensation and long‑term financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is portrayed as comprehensive from day one, with multiple plan options, mental health resources, and virtual care. Wellness supports such as on‑site services and preventive programs are also highlighted.
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Flexible Benefits — Work arrangements often include compressed schedules and telework, contributing to a favorable work‑life balance. Feedback suggests this flexibility is a key reason many view the overall package positively.
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What We Do
Customer Focus, Innovation and Purpose are Built Into Everything We Do. Lockheed Martin. Your Mission is Ours ™. Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services.
