Manufacturing Engineer - Tooling

Lockheed MartinFort Worth, TX
Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for tooling and factory transition execution for the F-35 FACO, Fabrication, and Finishes (CFF/LFF) build areas. This role may support both domestic and international tooling projects. Ensure tools and equipment are identified, scoped and built to meet engineering specifications and manufacturing requirements. Responsible for developing robust Statements of Work (SOWs) when contracting suppliers to execute work supporting our programs. Required to work with Procurement and tooling suppliers to have the tools & equipment delivered in time to support contract milestones. Required to work with Build Team Mfg Engs and production personnel to ensure requirements understood and resolution fully meets program needs. Engage with Tool Design, Planning, Procurement, Facilities, ESH, and Tooling/Fabrication suppliers to successfully manage the F-35 tooling & equipment portfolio. Support special projects for unique requests including rate transition, tooling stand-up efforts, continuous improvement, and new initiatives.

Requirements

  • Experience Catia V5
  • Experience with GD&T Geometric Dimensioning and tolerancing practices and principles
  • Demonstrated instances of working in multi-functional teams
  • Demonstrated strong project management skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Project
  • This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with the F-35 production environment
  • Experience with LM tooling processes, procedures and Catia V5
  • Experience developing supplier Statements of Work
  • Persuasive presentation skills
  • Knowledge of aerospace component fabrication & assembly
  • Effective written and verbal skills

Responsibilities

  • Ensure tools and equipment are identified, scoped and built to meet engineering specifications and manufacturing requirements.
  • Responsible for developing robust Statements of Work (SOWs) when contracting suppliers to execute work supporting our programs.
  • Required to work with Procurement and tooling suppliers to have the tools & equipment delivered in time to support contract milestones.
  • Required to work with Build Team Mfg Engs and production personnel to ensure requirements understood and resolution fully meets program needs.
  • Engage with Tool Design, Planning, Procurement, Facilities, ESH, and Tooling/Fabrication suppliers to successfully manage the F-35 tooling & equipment portfolio.
  • Support special projects for unique requests including rate transition, tooling stand-up efforts, continuous improvement, and new initiatives.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k) match
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • EAP
  • Education Assistance
  • Parental Leave
  • Paid time off
  • Holidays
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