Skunkworks Electrical Manufacturing Engineer - Level 4

Job  : 712551  Date posted :
Dec. 10, 2025

Description :

Skunk Works is on the leading edge of manufacturing innovation. We continually look for ways to improve processes and performance while extracting cost by focusing on the areas of subsystems installation and integration.

• Lead a small team focused on portions of the build to ensure production needs are met and discrete deliverables are completed ahead of need.
• Support installation and integration of electrical systems onto a vehicle.
• Conduct critical design reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with manufacturing processes.
• Develop assembly plans and innovative solutions to address daily challenges, ensuring efficient production flow.
• Create and maintain detailed manufacturing products and documentation.
• Provide direct support on the production floor, troubleshooting issues and implementing solutions.
• Utilize Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to develop manufacturing processes.
• Interpret drawings and model-based designs, translating them into actionable steps for manufacturability for the production environment.
• Collaborate with team members to explore out-of-the-box thinking and contribute to product improvement initiatives.

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus
-if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

You are a multi-faceted teammate able to communicate and function effectively on an engineering team to create a collaborative environment that allows for the establishment of mission goals. Self-motivated and inspired, you thrive in an environment where you are empowered to work your craft, never settling for the bare minimum.

Further Information About This Opportunity :

This position is in Palmdale, CA Discover Palmdale.

• Experience working as a Manufacturing Engineer or equivalent engineering role.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment working cross functionally with other disciplines to rapidly resolve build constraints, including industrial engineering, planning, Quality Assurance and / or operations.
• Experience supporting electrical system fabrication, installation, and integration into an air vehicle.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in salaried engineering or supervisory role.
• Active Secret security clearance with an investigation within the last 5 years.
• Ability to obtain special program access within 3 months of starting in the role.

• Masters degree in a STEM field with 9+ years of experience.
• Previous team lead or supervisory experience.
• Proficient in reading wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Hands-on experience terminating harnesses, routing harnesses, performing continuity checks, and other standard electrical fabrication / installation processes.
• Proficient in the development of harness installation and termination sequencing to drive an optimal build sequence.
• Proficient in the development of visual work instructions and supplemental build documentation to be used by operations.
• Experience supporting various projects and coordinating activities related to the full life cycle of projects from conception to delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to drive issues to closure and develop preventative action plan to limit failures in the future.
• Demonstrated understanding of engineering blueprints, model based engineering, process specifications, and manufacturing planning.
• Self-starter with ability to operate with limited direction.
• Previous experience with engineering releases and configuration change control.
• Proficient with CATIA, Teamcenter, Solumina, JIRA, and SAP.

Security Clearance Statement :
This position requires a…