Manufacturing Engineer - Level 2

You will be the Manufacturing Engineer - Level 2 for the Manufacturing Engineering team which is responsible for improving sub‑assembly build processes and driving cost‑effective, high‑quality production for F‑35 components.

• Support production operations by refining sub‑assembly processes, eliminating repetitive defects, and reducing unnecessary costs.
• Develop and modify manufacturing plans, interpreting engineering blueprints to support both production and prototype articles.
• Investigate and resolve non‑conformances through root‑cause analysis and corrective‑action implementation.
• Optimize machining strategies for CNC mills and lathes to produce precision components efficiently.
• Collaborate with quality, production, tooling, and engineering teams to implement innovative solutions and boost overall efficiency.

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.

You are a proactive engineer with strong analytical and design skills. Your ability to turn engineering concepts into practical manufacturing solutions, coupled with excellent communication and teamwork, makes you a key contributor to our high‑performance production environment.

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

• Experience with F-16 Manufacturing / Assembly/ Production processes.
• Experience with gauge‑controlled tooling concepts.
• Experience reading and interpreting drawing requirements.
• Experience supporting International Co‑Production.

• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing and/or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college.
• Manufacturing Engineering experience with fabrication and assembly in a production environment.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills to drive issues to closure, develop workaround plans, and/or corrective action plans.
• Excellent verbal/written communications skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team‑based environment or independently to solve problems in a timely manner.
• Microsoft Office suite experience with Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret.

Fort Worth, TX

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week.

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