Description:

Job Description

Overview

You will be the Manufacturing Engineer, Senior for the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) development team. Our team is responsible for improving the producibility of early designs and creating manufacturing plans and processes for the NGI program as it transitions from development to low‑rate initial production.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting a team focused on ensuring designs are producible and cost‑competitive. You will evaluate designs, develop manufacturing readiness assessments, and create proposals to meet customer needs.

• Evaluating designs and providing manufacturing feedback


• Developing manufacturing readiness assessments and proposals


• Creating manufacturing bill of materials (MBOMs) and assessing make or buy decisions


• Presenting program status information to customers and stakeholders


• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams, including Production Operations, Program Management, and Engineering and Technology stakeholders


• Supporting fabrication of early development builds and presenting at design and manufacturing reviews

Why Join Us

Join a world‑class team delivering cutting‑edge defense solutions, where your expertise directly impacts mission‑critical programs and you have access to resources that support your professional growth.

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 Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in related engineering discipline

• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance; an Interim Secret clearance is required prior to start

• A broad base of professional knowledge regarding electronic, electromechanical, and mechanical production

• Professional experience with product manufacturability (DFM), producibility, and design for cost (DFC)
Desired Skills:
• Experience with the design and manufacturing of complex electromechanical systems

• Experience with mechanical assembly, manufacturing tooling design, factory design, and factory flow

• Shop floor Manufacturing Engineering experience

• Experience in program development with emphasis on cross-functional collaboration and leadership

• Statement of work and proposal development experience

• Experience with Make-Buy generation and strategy

• Experience in the design of manufacturing processes, procedures, and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, machining and material handling

• Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) knowledge/experience

• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification

• Ability to travel domestic and/or internationally 25-30%
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
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: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First