Description:You will be the Manufacturing Engineer Senior for the Program Production Engineering team. Our team is responsible for delivering high‑quality manufacturing solutions that enable mission‑critical programs.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Manufacturing Engineer Senior you will be responsible for translating design concepts into producible hardware, ensuring seamless transition from development to production, and driving continuous improvement across the manufacturing lifecycle.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Provide Design for Manufacture input and validate new or revised designs.
- Lead manufacturing process validation activities and cost‑reduction initiatives to closure.
- Identify production risks, develop mitigation plans, and manage earned value.
- Support Lockheed Martin and supplier factories with tooling and process issues.
- Prepare proposal estimates and resolve program‑related manufacturing challenges.
Why Join Us
We are looking for a collaborative, results‑driven engineer who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is passionate about turning innovative concepts into reliable products. This role offers direct impact on program success, exposure to cutting‑edge technology, and the opportunity to shape manufacturing excellence.
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Further Information About This Opportunity
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
Basic Qualifications:• Ability to obtain a security clearance
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, or electrical engineering.
• Ability to interpret drawings, product/performance specifications and other systems integration technical data
• Applied experience in manufacturing and assembly process
• Proficient in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
• Demonstrated effective communication skills including verbal, listening, technical writing and presentations
Desired Skills:• Process improvement experience
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles
• Demonstrated ability to use causal analysis tools to analyze and resolve technical/process issues varying from basic to very complex
• SAP application experience
• Experience Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience in machining, welding, casting, and/or mechanical assembly
• Cost / Schedule / Budget Responsibility
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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
