Manufacturing Engineer Senior (Level 3)

Join Lockheed Martin’s F-35 Manufacturing Engineering Team and contribute to cutting-edge aerospace technology. As a Manufacturing Engineer Senior (Level 3) supporting the 1st shift Wing Structures production build team, you will play a critical role in ensuring production efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement for the world’s most advanced fighter aircraft..

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
• Provide production floor support and Quality Assurance Review (QAR) support to maintain smooth operations and high-quality outcomes.
• Work directly with shop floor personnel, manufacturing teams, and F-35 site management to drive process improvements.
• Maintain and improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Wing Structures production.
• Lead corrective action efforts, identifying and resolving production challenges to optimize build processes.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and proactively communicate on major issues across F-35 build areas.
• Mentor early-career engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to enhance efficiency and implement innovative solutions.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
• Impactful Work: Support the production of the F-35, the most advanced multirole fighter in the world.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside highly skilled professionals dedicated to excellence in aerospace manufacturing.
• Career Growth: Expand your technical expertise while mentoring and shaping the next generation of engineers.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Lead lean manufacturing initiatives and drive process optimizations.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible schedules, and a robust benefits package.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Who You Are
• A highly skilled and detail-oriented manufacturing engineer with experience in floor support and corrective action.
• A problem-solver with expertise in root cause analysis to resolve complex production issues.
• A strong communicator who collaborates effectively across engineering, quality, and production teams.
• A proactive leader who takes initiative to drive process improvements and innovation in a production environment.

This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications:
• Experience in production floor support and corrective action.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies.
• Experience using CATIA V5 or similar 3D design software.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints and tool designs.
• Experience working in a production environment with both represented and non-represented employees.
Desired Skills:
• BS/MS in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Knowledge of F-35 production line practices and requirements.
• Experience with F-35 Manufacturing Engineering processes.
• Proficiency in QADS, SFM, SAP, CAPP, PDM, and ICA.
• Experience supporting non-standard repair work in a production environment.
• Experience implementing design changes into a production life cycle.
• Ability to manage tool life cycles, including scheduling and validating tool trial runs.
• Understanding of Lean and Six Sigma techniques to drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression 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: 4×10 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.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

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