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Lockheed Martin · 2 months ago

Manufacturing Engineering Lead, Optics Manufacturing Engr Asc Mgr

Lockheed Martin is a leading technology innovation company, and they are seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Lead for the Optical Components Center. In this role, you will direct a team of engineers to drive manufacturing practices for high-performance optics, focusing on continuous improvement and technology advancement.

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Responsibilities

Lead business execution by applying statistical process control, design of experiments, advanced analytics, and root‑cause analysis to continuously improve process yield, cost, and schedule
Manage non‑recurring projects from concept through production, ensuring design‑for‑manufacture and automation requirements are met
Champion technology advancement by steering research, development, and integration of new manufacturing equipment and processes
Develop and deliver capital‑improvement plans that expand capability, capacity, and next‑generation readiness
Build organizational talent through manpower planning, hiring, training, and ongoing performance coaching for the engineering team

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringManufacturing EngineeringOptical EngineeringStatistical Process ControlLean Six SigmaOptics ManufacturingProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadership Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Optical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering or closely related technical field
Manufacturing Engineering Experience working in a Manufacturing environment with responsibility for developing, implementing and troubleshooting manufacturing processes
Experience in all aspects of the manufacturing engineering responsibility including; production support, non-recurring activities, capital investment and research and development
The ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred

Skills and/or experience in one or more categories of optics manufacturing engineering; Fabrication technologies including CNC Grinding/Generating and Polishing, Single Point Diamond Turning, Magnetorheological Finishing, Optics Metrology supporting manufacture of lenses, windows, domes and/or mirrors
Coating/Gridding technologies including Coat/Expose/Develop, metal and thin film deposition (PVD, CVD, IBS), optical coating design and metrology supporting manufacture of lenses, windows, domes and/or mirrors
Demonstrated experience developing and troubleshooting optics manufacturing processes in a production environment
Demonstrated identification and execution of research and development projects in the field of optics manufacturing
Demonstrated leadership of non-recurring activities including technical and logistical planning, execution and communication with program teams
Demonstrated planning and execution of capital projects including technology identification, justification and specification
Demonstrated leadership of diverse teams performing in a manufacturing environment (formal or informal)
Strong analytical skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated communications from shop floor to senior leadership
Effective project management and strong communication/presentation skills
Knowledge and application of Lean Six Sigma Tools and experience driving Root Cause and Corrective Action analysis

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Education Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid time off
Holidays

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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