Lockheed Martin Skunk Works® is on the leading edge of manufacturing innovation. We continually look for ways to improve processes and performance while extracting cost by focusing on the areas of subsystems installation and integration.
What You Will Be Doing:
Work corrective actions for discrepancies in a manufacturing environment across multiple portions of the build.
Conduct critical reviews of processes to identify gaps and close the process gaps with the intent of reducing variation and discrepancies in the build.
Collaborate with quality engineering and production operations to triage repeat failure modes in a production environment.
Utilize lean six sigma toolsets to identify root causes and develop corrective action plans.
Collaborate with team members to explore out-of-the-box thinking and contribute to product improvement initiatives.
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? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Who You Are
You are a multi-faceted teammate able to communicate and function effectively on an engineering team to create a collaborative environment that allows for the establishment of mission goals. Self-motivated and inspired, you thrive in an environment where you are empowered to work your craft, never settling for the bare minimum.
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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 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. Provides input to product design regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
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-Experience in a manufacturing environment working cross functionally with other disciplines including industrial engineering, planning, scheduling, Quality Assurance &/or production operations.
-Experience with some combination of the following: experience with manufacturing processes and procedures including composite fabrication, structural assembly, machining, bonded assemblies &/or installations.
-Experience with MRP system or SAP or other Manufacturing Execution System (MES) application-Ability to obtain a secret security clearance after offering acceptance and willing to stay in current role/employment throughout the clearance processing period.
-Candidate must have a full secret clearance prior to start.
-Ability to obtain special program access within 3 months of start date with LM.
-Degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related technical field with 7+ years’ experience
-Previous experience with lean manufacturing and process improvements
-Experience with composite part and assembly manufacturing process.
-Experience with composite part and assembly tooling.
-Experience with shop floor setup and optimization.
-Experience with various PLM systems including SAP, iBase-t (Solumina), Teamcenter, and/or SFM
-Experience with CATIA or other related CAD software.
-Experience supporting various projects and coordinating activities related to the full life cycle of projects from conception to delivery
-Working knowledge of one or more organizations including: Operations, Planning, Production Control, ERP, MRP, Quality or systems integration.
-Demonstrated ability to drive issues to closure and develop preventative action plan to limit failures in the future.
-Demonstrated ability to solve logistical issues and lead efforts to drive mission success.
-Demonstrated understanding of engineering blueprints, process specifications and manufacturing planning.
-Previous experience incorporating model-based engineering into manufacturing plans.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00
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
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment cross-functionally with industrial engineering, planning, scheduling, quality assurance, or production operations
- Experience with manufacturing processes and procedures, including composite fabrication, structural assembly, machining, bonded assemblies, or installations
- Experience with an MRP system, SAP, or another Manufacturing Execution System application
- Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance after offer acceptance
- Full Secret security clearance prior to start
- Ability to obtain special program access within three months of starting
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or another related technical field
- Seven or more years of experience
- Experience with lean manufacturing and process improvement
- Experience with composite part and assembly manufacturing processes
- Experience with composite part and assembly tooling
- Experience with shop-floor setup and optimization
- Experience with PLM systems including SAP, iBase-t (Solumina), Teamcenter, or SFM
- Experience with CATIA or related CAD software
- Experience supporting projects and coordinating activities across the project lifecycle
- Working knowledge of Operations, Planning, Production Control, ERP, MRP, Quality, or systems integration
- Ability to drive issues to closure and develop preventative action plans
- Ability to solve logistical issues and lead efforts supporting mission success
- Understanding of engineering blueprints, process specifications, and manufacturing planning
- Experience incorporating model-based engineering into manufacturing plans
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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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