Manufacturing Engineer Sr

Lockheed Martin•Grand Prairie, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

You will be the Manufacturing Engineer Sr for the Precision Fires Manufacturing Engineering team. Our team is responsible for ensuring the successful production of complex systems. What You Will Be Doing As the Manufacturing Engineer Sr you will be responsible for driving program excellence above the shop‑floor capacity, leading production‑line validations, creating and maintaining Manufacturing Bills of Material (MBOMs), and advancing manufacturing excellence at our make sites and suppliers. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Develop or mature manufacturing readiness assessments and create manufacturing plans. Conduct make‑or‑buy analyses. Present at design and manufacturing reviews. Transition new or revised designs from development to production. Identify production risks and implement mitigation plans. Why Join Us The ideal candidate is a collaborative, results‑driven engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and delivering high‑impact solutions. This role offers the opportunity to shape critical manufacturing processes, work with cutting‑edge technology, and directly influence the success of high‑value defense programs. 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 possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering
Experience in a manufacturing environment, with a proven record of influencing production processes through process improvement initiatives
Strong project- and time-management skills to effectively coordinate multiple concurrent activities and deliver results on tight program schedules.
Demonstrated effective communication & interpersonal skills (verbal, written, presentation) and relationship‑building with customers, suppliers, and internal disciplines
Ability to obtain a security clearance.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN
This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Nice To Haves

Evaluate the design activities and implementation of production process methodology to prevent impacts to production velocity and quality.
Proven ability to improve cost, schedule, quality and/or safety
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles or Lean/Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt)
Ability to interpret drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, product/performance specifications and other systems integration technical data
Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Ability to liaison between LM Subcontractors, internal disciplines, and LM shop(s)

Responsibilities

Develop or mature manufacturing readiness assessments and create manufacturing plans.
Conduct make‑or‑buy analyses.
Present at design and manufacturing reviews.
Transition new or revised designs from development to production.
Identify production risks and implement mitigation plans.
Driving program excellence above the shop‑floor capacity
Leading production‑line validations
Creating and maintaining Manufacturing Bills of Material (MBOMs)
Advancing manufacturing excellence at our make sites and suppliers