Job ID: 689875BR Date posted: Mar. 30, 2025
Description:We are Lockheed Martin
At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we design, build, and sustain the most advanced aerospace technology in the world. We’re looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Associate Manager (Level 4) to join our F-35 team in Fort Worth, TX. In this role, you will provide leadership, functional management, and technical direction to a team of represented employees supporting engineering research, continuous improvement, corrective action, and production support.

This is a 2nd shift position requiring a dynamic leader who can balance line-of-business (LOB) needs, respond to emerging issues, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.


WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Leadership & Functional Management
• Lead a team of Manufacturing Engineers and Planners, providing technical oversight and mentorship.
• Oversee cost, schedule, technical, risk, and opportunity management, ensuring alignment with program objectives.
• Develop and implement standard technical processes, tools, and best practices to enhance operational efficiency.

Engineering & Production Support
• Provide engineering support to multiple manufacturing areas across the F-35 build and, as needed, to other programs and sites.
• Ensure timely issue investigation, resolution, and design change efforts to maintain production efficiency.
• Lead investigation teams and report on technical anomalies, ensuring effective corrective action plans.

Continuous Improvement & Strategic Planning
• Develop A3 corrective action plans and drive process improvements through verification planning and analysis.
• Grow the team’s technical capabilities to meet current and future enterprise needs, focusing on knowledge transfer and mentoring.
• Support major program reviews, ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, and quality objectives.

Manufacturing Planning Leadership
• Manage a team of Manufacturing Planners executing Liaison and Office Planning Tasks across all F-35 production areas.
• Establish and maintain a daily/weekly business rhythm for the planning team, ensuring seamless execution of priorities.
• Provide planning support during weekends and holidays as needed, integrating efforts across Engineering, Production Operations, and Material Management.


WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
• Leadership Impact – Play a critical role in driving technical excellence and operational efficiency for the F-35 program.
• Cutting-Edge Technology – Work on next-generation aerospace systems, shaping the future of aviation.
• Career Growth – Expand your expertise with cross-functional exposure and leadership development opportunities.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Competitive salary, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and more.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.


Who You Are
Proven Leader – You have experience managing teams of engineers, planners, or manufacturing personnel.
Production & Engineering Expert – You understand manufacturing processes, production support, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Problem-Solver – You can analyze complex technical issues, implement corrective actions, and drive efficiency.
Strategic Thinker – You thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing priorities across multiple teams and stakeholders.
Collaborative Communicator – You can effectively interface with internal and external teams, ensuring alignment across Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain functions.

This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications:
• Experience with standard Manufacturing Planning processes and procedures.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering blueprints &/or drawings.
• Experience with developing schedules, managing and maintaining budgets, &/or resource requirements.
• Experience leading &/or prioritizing the daily activities.
• Experience resolving complex technical challenges requiring integration with cross-functional teams.
Desired Skills:
• Possesses a basic understanding of FLEMOS principles; demonstrated leadership engagement practices.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and teamwork with internal and external customers.
• Excellent organizational and verbal/written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with the F-35 program, including its structure, processes, and stakeholders.
• Skills and experience in using Microsoft suite products.
• Knowledgeable of Manufacturing Engineering Software Systems (CAPPS, IMPACTs, SFM, EWI, QADS) and related systems and tools (PDM, VAS,SAP, Tableau).
• Familiarity with the F-35: Manufacturing Bill Of Materials (MBOM), Engineering, assembly process, and planning structure.
• Candidate should be a self-starter with a proven record of working well with multi-discipline engineering team(s), manufacturing engineering teams, as well as production operations, Quality, PC, and all other support function.
• Experience with international business and export control issues (international planning specific).
• Should have broad range of experience related to engineering, material management, and manufacturing to ensure success.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to define and track meaningful metrics.
• Proven record of making sound decisions in a leadership role.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills to guide team members in using data to inform decision-making.
• Experience in preparation and delivery of technical presentations to internal and/or external customers.
• Able to lead and prioritize the daily activities.
• High level of accountability and a proven track record of meeting commitments.
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 Know
Expression 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 employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
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.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: Second