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Lockheed Martin · 3 days ago

Skunkworks Systems Manufacturing Engineer

Lockheed Martin is a leading aerospace and defense company, and they are seeking a Skunkworks Systems Manufacturing Engineer. The role involves ensuring production needs are met, conducting design reviews, developing assembly plans, and providing support on the production floor.

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Responsibilities

Ensure production needs are met and discrete deliverables are completed ahead of need
Conduct critical design reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with manufacturing processes
Develop assembly plans and innovative solutions to address daily challenges, ensuring efficient production flow
Create and maintain detailed manufacturing products and documentation
Provide direct support on the production floor, troubleshooting issues and implementing solutions
Utilize Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to develop manufacturing processes
Interpret drawings and model-based designs, translating them into actionable steps for manufacturability for the production environment
Collaborate with team members to explore out-of-the-box thinking and contribute to product improvement initiatives

Qualification

3D modelling softwareProduct Lifecycle Management (PLM)Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)STEM degreeActive Secret security clearanceEngineering blueprints understandingConfiguration change controlTroubleshootingSelf-starter

Required

Active Secret security clearance with an investigation within the last 5 years
Experience in liaison role supporting production activities and rapidly resolving constraints to minimize production impact
Experience supporting final assembly including collaborating with various disciplines to coordinate closeouts and system checkouts
Experience supporting various projects and coordinating activities related to the full life cycle of projects from conception to delivery
Demonstrated ability to drive issues to closure and develop preventative action plan to limit failures in the future
Demonstrated understanding of engineering blueprints, process specifications and manufacturing planning
Self-starter with ability to operate with limited direction
Previous experience with engineering releases and configuration change control
Proficient working in 3D modelling software (CATIA, Creo, SolidWorks, Nx), product Lifecycle Manager (PLM) programs (e.g. 3DX, Teamcenter, PDM, etc.), and MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) programs (iBASEt, SAP, etc.)

Preferred

STEM degree preferred

Benefits

Flexible work schedules
Comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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