Manufacturing Engineer Sr - E3

Standard Job Description

Performs in a collaborative environment to develop and implement manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, fabrication, and material handling. Drives adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement. Creates and analyzes 3D based model data environment to optimize manufacturing process and digital work instructions. Leverages understanding of materials and automatic processes to define operations procedures and build sequences to drive operational excellence. Evaluates performance (including IoT devices, etc.) of equipment and tools to verify their efficiency and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure operational excellence. Leverages factory data to develop statistical process control approaches and integrates reporting and data analytics solutions for continuous improvement. Provides input to product design regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.

You will be the Senior Manufacturing Engineer for the Manufacturing Engineering group. Our team is responsible for delivering precise work instructions, advancing process automation, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Senior Manufacturing Engineer you will be responsible for converting complex designs into actionable production guidance and enhancing manufacturing efficiency across missile‑defense programs.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Translate engineering blueprints and parts lists into clear work instructions.
• Develop and implement process automation and advanced manufacturing techniques.
• Lead root‑cause corrective actions and Lean Six Sigma improvement projects.
• Design and optimize processes to reduce cost, improve quality, and accelerate delivery.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor''s or Master''s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials, or Electrical Engineering or related discipline.

Position requires 3+ years of experience with a related Bachelor's degree or a related Master's degree

Must be a U.S. Citizen and have the ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clear

Desired Skills

Experience writing technical work instructions

Able to work in a cross functional, teaming environment

Detailed knowledge of GD&T

SAP Experience

Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma manufacturing, concepts, and techniques

CREO/ProE experience with a focus on tool design

Experience working with electro-mechanical and/or optical assemblies

Experience working in a manufacturing environment

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate''s work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.