Description:You will be the Manufacturing Robotics Automation Engineer, Staff for the Advanced Manufacturing Technologies team. Our team is tasked with the manufacturing automation and robotics for Missiles and Fire Control.
What You Will Be Doing As the Manufacturing Robotics Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for providing manufacturing design guidelines in early product development cycles to ensure integration of automated solutions during manufacturing phases. Your responsibilities will include:
• Supporting and participating in the design, fabrication, assembly, validation, and deployment of manufacturing tools and electromechanical systems that includes automated components such as robots, conveyors, vision systems and programmable controllers.
• Hands-on integration of robotics, end of arm tools (EOATs), and existing systems and machines.
• Working with engineering and manufacturing roles to understand requirements and manufacturing processes for which automation tools can be developed and deployed.
• Capital planning and execution, vendor/integrator engagement, and project management activities to deploy automated solutions at multiple sites across MFC.
Approximately 10% travel may be required to facilitate multi-site automation projects.
This position typically requires 9 years of professional experience.
Why Join UsDo you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security,
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Global DEI.This position is located in Grand Prairie, TX.
Discover Grand Prairie. 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:• Minimum of 9 years of hands-on experience in robotics automation and integration projects.
• BS degree in Engineering
• U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain DoD Secret Security Clearance
• Experience with ROS/ROS 2.0 related to AMR usage and applications
• Experience integrating Metrology tools (HW/SW) into robotic work cells for Quality Inspection purposes
• Experience with industrial and collaborative robots such as FANUC or equivalent
• Experience with automation controls systems design & assembly, such as PLC/HMI interfaces
• Skilled in robotic simulation using tools such as Visual Components, Roboguide, RoboDK, or equivalent
• Experience facilitating design reviews of robotic systems with cross-functional departments and stakeholders, using CAD, PowerPoint, and other visualization tools
Desired Skills:• Practical experience in developing and deploying AMR systems into manufacturing facilities (e.g., MiR or similar), including Fleet Mgt. Systems
• Python, C++, or similar programming experience
• Must have the ability to integrate AMRs with other automated equipment in the production floor, such as machine tending applications
• Experience integrating EOAT through I/O architecture in automated/robotic systems
• Experience developing and integrating Metrology based applications, e.g., structured light scanners tools for post processing and analysis in SW such as Polyworks
• Skilled in mechanical simulation and visualization using CREO/Solidworks or similar platform
• Experience leveraging vision systems for robot guidance and path planning
• Ability to develop and communicate larger automation strategy across multiple product lines – excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated discipline in executing multi-functional projects with competing constraints
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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.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.
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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
