Manufacturing Engineer - E2

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Lexington, KY, USA
In-Office
63K-118K Annually
Mid level
Aerospace • Security • Cybersecurity • Industrial
The Role
Supports aircraft manufacturing and retrofit programs by developing tooling, optimizing processes, investigating defects, and implementing corrective actions. Provides shop-floor integration support, reviews designs for producibility, creates manufacturing specifications and work instructions, and coordinates with engineering, quality, production control, and operations teams. The role also develops work centers, routings, lead times, and manufacturing bills of material while supporting rotary-wing aircraft modernization activities.
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Responsible for corresponding with internal and external customers in support of organizational objectives.
Works efficiently in a production environment, reading technical documents, supporting process reviews, and communicating at multiple levels internal and external to the organization.
Exhibits strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, and works under general direction to independently solve complex technical problems.
Position will be task order direct with primary responsibilities supporting MFC SOF GLSS Rotary Wing programs located in Lexington Kentucky.


Responsibilities include:
Technical support of manufacturing teams performing airframe upgrade/retrofit actions.
Conceptualizes designs and manufactures tooling solutions for integration activities.
Investigates and implements process improvements.
Investigates defects and establishes root cause and corrective action.
Provides floor support for integration activities.
Reviews engineering designs for producibility.
Develops/optimizes manufacturing processes, specifications, and work instructions for electrical builds.
Interface and coordinate with Design Engineering, Production Control, Quality, and Production Operations to ensure that producibility concerns are addressed and offer solutions to production issues.

Basic Qualifications

3+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline.

Desired Skills

Rotary Wing Aircraft modernization/retrofit experience

Strong teaming and organizational skills

Proficient with MS Office suite

Knowledge of engineering drawing interpretation and tolerances.

Experience with Development of work centers, lead times, routings, and manufacturing bill of materials.

Experience in writing basic manufacturing planning work instructions

Competency in the review of specifications / processes and shop floor liaison support.

Understanding of configuration control principles

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $63400.00 - $117800.00

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

  • 3+ years of related experience
  • Post-secondary degree or related training
  • Rotary-wing aircraft modernization or retrofit experience
  • Strong teaming and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Knowledge of engineering drawing interpretation and tolerances
  • Experience developing work centers, lead times, routings, and manufacturing bills of material
  • Experience writing basic manufacturing planning work instructions
  • Competency reviewing specifications and processes and providing shop-floor liaison support
  • Understanding of configuration control principles

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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HQ: Bethesda, MD
108,588 Employees
Year Founded: 1912

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.

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