Skunkworks Senior Subsystems Manufacturing Engineer (Level 3)

Lockheed Martin•Palmdale, CA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

We are Lockheed Martin Skunk Works® is on the leading edge of manufacturing innovation. We continually look for ways to improve processes and performance while extracting cost by focusing on the areas of subsystems installation and integration. What You Will Be Doing Lead small teams focused on portions of the build to ensure production needs are met and discrete deliverables are completed ahead of need. Conduct critical design reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with manufacturing processes. Develop assembly plans and innovative solutions to address daily challenges, ensuring efficient production flow. Create and maintain detailed manufacturing products and documentation. Provide direct support on the production floor, troubleshooting issues and implementing solutions. Utilize Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to develop manufacturing processes. Interpret drawings and model-based designs, translating them into actionable steps for manufacturability for the production environment. Collaborate with team members to explore out-of-the-box thinking and contribute to product improvement initiatives. Who You Are Your collaborative spirit and excellent communication skills allow you to work effectively with cross-functional teams, engaging with stakeholders at all levels. You have understanding of manufacturing processes and are eager to learn and adapt to our specific systems. You are motivated by the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology at Skunk Works, where your creativity and problem-solving abilities will make a tangible impact. With a strong desire for continuous improvement, you’re ready to shape your role while supporting directly on the production floor. You are a dedicated engineer ready to embrace new challenges and make your mark in the aerospace industry. What’s In It For You: From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. 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. This position is located in Palmdale, CA Discover Palmdale. MFGPE productionengadp

Requirements

Bachelors degree required to apply
Experience in a manufacturing environment working cross functionally with other disciplines including industrial engineering, planning, scheduling, Quality Assurance &/or production operations.
Experience supporting vehicle systems installations & integration into a final product. Experience should include some combination of the following systems: electrical harness installation, fuel systems, hydraulic systems, propulsion systems, avionics, and related systems.
Ability to obtain a secret security clearance after offer acceptance and willing to stay in current role/employment throughout the clearance processing period. Candidate must have a full secret clearance prior to start.
Ability to obtain special program access within 3 months of start date with LM.

Nice To Haves

STEM degree preferred.
Active Secret security clearance with an investigation within the last 5 years.
Previous team lead experience.
Experience in liaison role supporting production activities and rapidly resolving constraints to minimize production impact.
Experience supporting final assembly including collaborating with various disciplines to coordinate closeouts and system checkouts.
Experience supporting various projects and coordinating activities related to the full life cycle of projects from conception to delivery.
Demonstrated ability to drive issues to closure and develop preventative action plan to limit failures in the future.
Demonstrated understanding of engineering blueprints, process specifications and manufacturing planning.
Self-starter with ability to operate with limited direction.
Previous experience with engineering releases and configuration change control.
Proficient working in 3D modelling software (CATIA, Creo, SolidWorks, Nx), product Lifecycle Manager (PLM) programs (e.g. 3DX, Teamcenter, PDM, etc.), and MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) programs (iBASEt, SAP, etc.).

Responsibilities

Lead small teams focused on portions of the build to ensure production needs are met and discrete deliverables are completed ahead of need.
Conduct critical design reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with manufacturing processes.
Develop assembly plans and innovative solutions to address daily challenges, ensuring efficient production flow.
Create and maintain detailed manufacturing products and documentation.
Provide direct support on the production floor, troubleshooting issues and implementing solutions.
Utilize Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to develop manufacturing processes.
Interpret drawings and model-based designs, translating them into actionable steps for manufacturability for the production environment.
Collaborate with team members to explore out-of-the-box thinking and contribute to product improvement initiatives.