Integration & Assembly Manufacturing Engineer- Level 2

Description

As an Integration & Assembly Manufacturing Engineer, you will be primarily responsible for planning, preparing for, and executing air‑vehicle builds, as well as related testing and ground‑support operations.

• Develop, implement, and refine hardware integration, assembly, manufacturing processes and build sequences.
• Collaborate with design engineering teams and other disciplines to provide feedback on designs and specifications, ensuring manufacturability and optimal use of available equipment and methods.
• Identify and resolve issues related to hardware, tooling, process capability, and production inefficiencies through root‑cause analysis and corrective‑action implementation.
• Evaluate equipment and tool performance to verify efficiency, reliability, and alignment with production requirements.
• Respond to production issues and facilitate removal of build constraints with extreme ownership.
• Operate within a model‑based engineering environment using platforms such as 3DX (3
  
  DEXPERIENCE) and iBASEt Solumina to develop digital work instructions and manage process documentation.
• Support cross‑functional initiatives to improve build time, cost, quality, and safety across manufacturing operations.
• Provide periodic off‑shift support as needed to sustain production and ensure continuity of operations.
• Travel periodically to other sites or vendors for technical support and integration activities.

• Technical Aptitude:
  Proven ability to rapidly understand new technologies, systems, and integration challenges.
• Initiative & Independence:
  Self‑starter with the ability to manage tasks without close supervision and drive projects to completion.
• Strategic Thinking:
  Makes informed, data‑driven decisions with long‑term project and program goals in mind.
• Attention to Detail:
  Maintains precision in documentation, process development, and execution.
• Collaboration:
  
  Works effectively within cross‑functional teams and with external partners/suppliers.

• Background in aerospace hardware development, integration, and manufacturing environments.
• Experience in self‑test, prototype, or first‑article aircraft program support.

• Engineering Bachelor’s Degree.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Technical writing skills.
• Experience creating content using manufacturing and engineering software systems such as iBASEt (Solumina), 3DX/CATIA V5.
• Ability to obtain Secret clearance within 8 months of submission and gain special‑program access within 3 months of submission.

• 1+ years of experience with development/prototype/first‑article aircraft engineering program support.
• Liquid rocket engine integration and test.
• Hypersonic or high‑temperature thermal‑protection systems and hardware.
• Fuel and hydraulic systems, wire‑harness and interconnect installation/integration.
• CNC‑machining working knowledge.
• 3DX/CATIA V5 software usage; PLM and ERP software proficiency.
• Direct ownership and support of specific manufacturing operations, as well as interfacing with production employees.
• Review of engineering technical drawings and models/designs with respect to Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) considerations.
• Secret clearance.

• From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to support work‑life balance.
• We invest in your future and security through comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities to contribute to mission‑critical aerospace programs.

This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a U.S. Citizen for consideration. Clearance level:
Secret.

The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $67,000 – 117,990. For states not referenced above, the salary range reflects the candidate’s final work location. The range for most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $77,000 – 133,400. Salary is a general guideline only and may vary based on scope and responsibilities.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, Holidays. Washington state non‑represented employees accrue additional paid time off and holiday hours.

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