Manufacturing Engineer Sr - E3 Jobs
Listed on 2026-08-17
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
- Level 3 (PrSM Increment
2)
Job Number 484 Standard
Job Description You will be the Senior Manufacturing Engineer
- Level 3 (PrSM Increment
2) for the PrSM Increment 2 Program Manufacturing Engineering team. Our team is responsible for delivering advanced manufacturing solutions that improve producibility of early designs, create robust manufacturing plans, and support the transition to low-rate initial production. What You Will Be Doing As the Senior Manufacturing Engineer
- Level 3 (PrSM Increment
2) you will be responsible for driving execution, integration, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes across the program. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Manage day-to-day execution and close-out of assigned manufacturing engineering tasks.
- Work with production teams to transition new products and processes into manufacturing.
- Partner with design and engineering teams to improve producibility and reduce production risk.
- Gather relevant data and prepare concise briefs for Integrated Product Team (IPT) briefings.
- Perform proactive affordability analyses and devise cost-saving strategies
Why Join Us The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. This role offers the chance to shape manufacturing strategy for a high-impact program, work directly with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and make measurable contributions to cost, quality, and schedule performance. 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.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (mechanical, aerospace, etc.) or equivalent education/combined experience.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment with a proven record of influencing production processes through improvement initiatives.
- Ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment.
- Experience with manufacturing/assembly/production processes and creating/reviewing work instructions.
- Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills; ability to build relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve technical/process issues ranging from basic to complex.
- Ability to interpret drawings, CAD models, GD&T, product specifications, and other systems integration data.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Availability to travel domestically at least 25 % of the time.
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain an active Secret clearance.
Desired Skills
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles;
Lean/Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification preferred. - Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- CREO design experience.
- Familiarity with SAP and/or other MRP production control systems.
- Proven ability to improve cost, schedule, quality, and/or safety.
- Shop floor manufacturing engineering experience.
- Experience in program development with strong cross functional collaboration and leadership.
- Experience drafting statements of work and proposals.
- Experience with make buy generation and strategy.
- Background in designing manufacturing processes, procedures, and production layouts for assemblies, machining, equipment installation, and material handling.
- Knowledge or experience with Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRL).
Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally. 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…
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