Description:We are Lockheed MartinThe story of aviation has always been the story of people who have the perseverance to fail, to try again, and to one day succeed. Since Lockheed Martin’s inception and continuing today, the passion to advance aeronautical design and help our customers achieve mission results has been ingrained in our culture. We recognize the diverse talents and experiences of our team members, and we celebrate the unique contributions each individual brings to the table. It is that collective passion, combined with a strategic focus on ever-changing global opportunities, that shapes our path forward. Join us as we continue to innovate, inspire, and make history in the world of aerospace and defense.
Join Lockheed Martin Aeronautics as a Manufacturing Engineering Associate supporting F-35 Final Assembly in Fort Worth, TX. This entry-level position offers an exciting opportunity to work on one of the world’s most advanced aircraft programs. In this role, you will support production engineering efforts to ensure timely issue resolution, process improvement, and build cycle optimization.
This is a 1st shift position with a 4-10B schedule—a typical workweek of Tuesday through Friday.
What You Will Be DoingAs a Manufacturing Engineering Associate, you will:
• Collaborate with shop floor operators and support teams to address real-time production issues.
• Assist in resolving non-conformances, troubleshoot tooling issues, and implement root cause/corrective actions.
• Work with cross-functional teams to coordinate solutions with engineering and other departments.
• Maintain build documentation, including Manufacturing Plans, Tooling Requirements Forms, and Corrective Action Plans.
• Design and improve tooling to support production needs.
• Thrive in a fast-paced production environment, taking ownership of tasks and driving them to completion.
What’s In It For You• Hands-On Experience: Gain valuable exposure to real-world production and engineering challenges.
• Career Growth: Develop your skills and knowledge within a supportive team environment.
• Innovation: Be part of cutting-edge projects that contribute to the success of the F-35 program.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a 4-day workweek, providing flexibility and time for personal pursuits.
• Impactful Work: Help ensure the successful delivery of one of the most advanced fighter jets in the world.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.Who You Are• A detail-oriented and organized individual with technical proficiency.
• Excited to work in a hands-on production environment and collaborate with diverse teams.
• A strong communicator, capable of effectively conveying information to various stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn, with a mindset for continuous improvement.
• Capable of balancing technical tasks and operational priorities in a fast-paced setting.
Must be a US Citizen. This position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionOur global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here:
Global Diversity and Inclusion.This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.Basic Qualifications:• Working experience in a technical manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques and principles
• Understanding aircraft safety and FOD requirements
Desired Skills:• Previous aircraft experience
• Engineering degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education
• Demonstrated proficiency in 3D modeling systems, such as VAS or CATIA.
• Demonstrated hands on capability
• Demonstrated interpersonal and collaboration skills required in a team environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS office, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.
As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
