Manufacturing Engineer - Level 4

Description

Manufacturing Engineer Staff – Level 4 for the Manufacturing Engineering team responsible for developing kit tooling that enables engineering changes on Flight Test and post‑delivery F‑35 aircraft.

• Perform producibility analyses and develop tooling concepts for engineering change implementation.
• Design, review, and procure kit tools required for flight‑test and post‑delivery modifications.
• Create detailed usage instructions and installation guides for each modification.
• Provide periodic on‑site technical support at depot and operational locations to validate kit tooling before depot‑mod integration.
• Collaborate with flight‑test, depot, and engineering teams to ensure modifications address limited‑life issues effectively.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options.

You are a proactive engineer with strong analytical and design skills. Your ability to translate engineering changes into practical tooling solutions, combined with solid communication and collaboration abilities, makes you a key contributor to the F‑35 modification effort.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, related technical field considered.
• Experience working in an Operations role in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance; the candidate must possess an active Interim Secret clearance to start.

Desired

Skills:

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Prior experience in the aircraft industry.
• Experience in 3D modeling and analysis.
• Demonstrated experience developing manufacturing processes applicable to statistical process control.
• Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques and principles, as well as work measurements and labor standards.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and collaboration skills required in a team environment.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Determinant Assembly.

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

Fort Worth, TX.

Secret.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.