Manufacturing Engineer Sr - Level 3

Description: This position will be assigned to the Fort Worth Fabrication Manufacturing Engineering Team. This role directly supports Fabrication production builds and will require direct coordination with production management and personnel.

This position requires employee to perform duties as a senior level Manufacturing Engineer.

• Leading and initiating projects pertaining to SRR reduction, HPU reduction initiatives, tooling improvements, engineering drawing reviews and production support

• Work directly with shop floor personnel, as well as manufacturing and production management to actively troubleshoot and drive results

• Detail-oriented and highly organized candidate with demonstrated technical proficiency

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are required as this position requires extensive interface with interdepartmental peers, customers, leadership, and touch labor across varied disciplines daily

This position will be responsible for:

• Documenting and tracking action items on behalf of leadership, ensuring timely and accurate follow-up/closure, to include elevation of constraints jeopardizing critical milestones, production requirements and performance goals

• Driving accountability and following-up to key stakeholders, primary POC’s, and action item owners

• Providing production floor support and QAR support including, but not limited to, assessing and providing dispositions for tooling, root cause corrective action, and coordinating with engineering for process or repair clarification/strategy

• Collaboration with other build teams, including FTW/MAR Center Wing, Wing Structures, Wing Systems and EMAS as well as working cross-functionally across departments including Quality, Engineering, Production, etc.

• Ensuring proactive communication on our major issues across support teams and other build areas

• Candidate must be able to take complex issues and drive to resolution

Basic Qualifications:

• Manufacturing/Production Experience: Hands-on experience in production or manufacturing environments.

• Project Management: Skilled in managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and effective delivery.

Desired Skills:

• BS/MS in Manufacturing Engineering or related field or equivalent experience

• Strong analytical and technical foundation with manufacturing processes.

• Aerospace Manufacturing Experience – Hands-on experience in high-precision, regulated manufacturing environments.

• Project Management & Facilitation – Skilled in leading cross-functional teams and driving projects to successful completion.

• Value Stream Mapping & Process Optimization – Experienced in mapping workflows, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing efficiency improvements.

• Data Analysis & Visualization – Proficient in Excel, Tableau, and other analytics tools to support data-driven decision-making.

• Interpersonal & Communication Skills – Strong collaboration, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement abilities.

• Knowledge of F-35 and F-16 production line practices and requirements

• Awareness of F-22 sustainment practices and requirements

• F-35 and F-16 Manufacturing Engineering experience

• Experience working in QADS, SFM, SAP, CAPP, PDM, EDMS, VAS and ICA

• Familiarity with entire suite of MS Office tools

• Understanding Lean and Six Sigma Techniques

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.

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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Manufacturing

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First