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Lockheed Martin · 1 day ago

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Palmdale, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Lockheed Martin is a leading aerospace and defense company, and they are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to develop and optimize manufacturing processes. The role involves collaborating with design engineering teams and supporting cross-functional initiatives to enhance manufacturing operations.

AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and refine manufacturing processes and build sequences based on a strong understanding of materials and fabrication techniques

Evaluate equipment and tool performance to verify efficiency, reliability, and alignment with production requirements

Identify and resolve issues related to tooling, process capability, and production inefficiencies through root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

Collaborate with design engineering teams to provide feedback on design concepts and specifications, ensuring manufacturability and optimal use of available equipment and methods

Operate within a Model-Based Engineering environment using platforms such as 3DX (3DEXPERIENCE) and iBASEt Solumina to develop digital work instructions and manage process documentation

Support cross-functional initiatives to improve cycle time, cost, quality, and safety across manufacturing operations

Provide periodic off-shift support as needed to sustain production and ensure continuity of operations

Travel periodically to other sites or vendors for technical support and integration activities

Qualification

Manufacturing processesAerospace hardware development3DX/Catia V5CNC machiningAircraft fuel systemsHydraulic systemsInitiative & IndependenceHands-On ExpertiseCollaborationAttention to DetailStrategic Thinking

Required

STEM Degree with 5+ years of experience

Experience with sub-system assembly and integration into first article complete air vehicles

Background in aerospace hardware development, integration, and manufacturing environments

Technical Aptitude: Proven ability to rapidly understand new technologies, systems, and integration challenges

Hands-On Expertise: Comfortable with hardware evaluation, troubleshooting, and subsystem-level integration tasks

Initiative & Independence: Self-starter with the ability to manage tasks without close supervision and drive projects to completion

Strategic Thinking: Makes informed, data-driven decisions with long-term project and program goals in mind

Attention to Detail: Maintains precision in documentation, process development, and execution

Collaboration: Works effectively within cross-functional teams and with external partners/suppliers

Aircraft fuel and hydraulic systems

Wire harness and interconnect installation/integration

Development/prototype/first article program support

CNC machining working knowledge

3DX/Catia V5 software usage

PLM and ERP software proficiency

Direct ownership and support of specific manufacturing operations as well as interface with production employees

Secret Clearance

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.

Founded in 1912

Bethesda, Maryland, USA

10001+ employees