Skunkworks- Manufacturing Engineer- Level 2

Lockheed Martin Corporation•Palmdale, CA

28d•$67,000 - $117,990•Onsite

About The Position

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and optimizing manufacturing processes and procedures to drive operational excellence. You will leverage your expertise in materials, tooling, and process flow to define build sequences and ensure product quality, efficiency, and manufacturability. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong technical background and a high degree of confidence in addressing complex, unfamiliar challenges, especially in hands-on hardware environments. They will be a self-motivated problem-solver, capable of working independently while also thriving in collaborative team settings and supplier-facing situations. Do 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.

Requirements

STEM Bachelor's Degree
Handsâon manufacturing experience
Hardware fabrication or assembly or integrationâ¯/â¯installation
Reviewing engineering technical drawings / definition
Secret clearance. Ability to obtain special program access within 2 months of submission.
Technical Aptitude: Proven ability to rapidly understand new technologies, systems, and integration challenges.
Hands-On Expertise: Comfortable with hardware evaluation, troubleshooting, and hardware integration tasks.
Initiative & Independence: Self-starter with the ability to manage tasks without close supervision and drive projects to completion.
Strategic Thinking: Makes informed, data-driven decisions with long-term project and program goals in mind.
Attention to Detail: Maintains precision in documentation, process development, and execution.
Collaboration: Works effectively within cross-functional teams and with external partners/suppliers.

Nice To Haves

Experience with sub-system assembly and integration into first article complete air vehicles.
Background in aerospace hardware development, integration, and manufacturing environments.
Authoring manufacturing assembly work instructions and planning work
Aerospace, aircraft or rocketâhardware
Aircraft fuel, hydraulic, propulsion, wire harness, and related systems.
Development/ protype/ first article program support
CNC machining working knowledge
3DX / Catia V5, Delmia software usage, PLM and ERP software proficiency
GPA of 3.0+ and 2+ years of experience

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and refine manufacturing processes and build sequences based on a strong understanding of materials and fabrication techniques.
Evaluate equipment and tool performance to verify efficiency, reliability, and alignment with production requirements.
Identify and resolve issues related to tooling, process capability, and production inefficiencies through root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
Collaborate with design engineering teams to provide feedback on design concepts and specifications, ensuring manufacturability and optimal use of available equipment and methods.
Operate within a Model-Based Engineering environment using platforms such as 3DX (3DEXPERIENCE) and iBASEt Solumina to develop digital work instructions and manage process documentation.
Support cross-functional initiatives to improve cycle time, cost, quality, and safety across manufacturing operations.
Provide periodic off-shift support as needed to sustain production and ensure continuity of operations.
Travel periodically to other sites or vendors for technical support and integration activities.