Manufacturing Process Engineer; Missile Assembly - Early Career

Description: By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, Lockheed Martin keeps people safe and solves the world’s most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility.

Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your mission is ours.

You will be the Missile Assembly Manufacturing Engineer for the Pike County Operations (PCO) team. Our team is responsible for creating high‑tech solutions in advanced missile manufacturing to meet the next‑generation of warfighter needs.

As the Manufacturing Engineer you will be responsible for solving technical issues on the production shop floor, improving manufacturing processes, and integrating innovative technologies.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide hands‑on shop‑floor support to resolve technical and manufacturing issues.
• Analyze engineering data to develop new manufacturing processes and detailed work instructions.
• Integrate new assets and emerging technologies into the factory.
• Support area‑wide continuous‑improvement initiatives that drive quality and cost enhancements.
• Investigate root causes of quality defects and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem‑solver who thrives in a fast‑paced, mission‑focused environment. This role offers the chance to work on world‑class weapons systems, partner with cross‑functional teammates, and make a direct impact on the warfighter’s success. You’ll benefit from flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports a healthy, fulfilling life.

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.

This position is in Troy. Discover more about our Troy, Alabama location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

• Bachelor or Masters Degree from an accredited college in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Aerospace or related technical discipline.
• Strong hands‑on assembly / disassembly / troubleshooting skills of mechanical and electrical equipment and products.
• Must be able to work all schedules / shifts (first shift, night shift, and weekend schedule).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance. Additionally, the candidate must be able to pass a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (“ATF”) background check to obtain approval to be an “employee possessor” of explosives or other ATF‑regulated items as defined by ATF regulations. Failure to obtain and retain employee possessor status may result in revocation of an offer and loss of employment.

• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering specifications, schematics and 2D drawings with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) references.
• Ability to create and maintain Computer Aided Design (CAD) models and drawings.
• Basic Knowledge of manufacturing factory operations such as: assembly processes, electronic testing methods, factory automation & equipment, and industrial safety procedures.
• Familiarity with manufacturing software such as: DELMIA Apriso for Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and Systems Applications & Products (SAP) for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP).

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

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