Manufacturing Engineering Lead, Optics Manufacturing Engr Asc Mgr

Job Description

Manufacturing Engineering Lead (Optics Manufacturing Associate Manager) for the Optical Components Center. Our team is responsible for ultra‑precision machining, thin‑film coatings, and the production of complex optical components.

As the Manufacturing Engineering Lead you will direct a team of 5–10 engineers, driving best‑in‑class manufacturing practices for high–performance optics.

• Lead business execution by applying statistical process control, design of experiments, advanced analytics, and root‑cause analysis to continuously improve process yield, cost, and schedule.
• Manage non‑recurring projects from concept through production, ensuring design‑for‑manufacture and automation requirements are met.
• Champion technology advancement by steering research, development, and integration of new manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Develop and deliver capital‑improvement plans that expand capability, capacity, and next‑generation readiness.
• Build organizational talent through manpower planning, hiring, training, and ongoing performance coaching for the engineering team.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, results‑driven leader who thrives in a fast‑paced production environment and is passionate about delivering cutting‑edge optical hardware. This role offers direct impact on world‑class programs, hands‑on technical work, and the opportunity to shape a high‑performance engineering culture.

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.

This position is in Orlando.

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

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Optical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering or closely related technical field.
• Manufacturing Engineering experience working in a manufacturing environment with responsibility for developing, implementing, and troubleshooting manufacturing processes.
• Experience in all aspects of the manufacturing engineering responsibility including production support, non‑recurring activities, capital investment and research and development.
• The ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance is required.

• Skills and/or experience in one or more categories of optics manufacturing engineering.
• Fabrication technologies including CNC grinding/creating and polishing, single‑point diamond turning, magnetorheological finishing, optics metrology supporting manufacture of lenses, windows, domes and/or mirrors.
• Coating/gridding technologies including coat/expose/develop, metal and thin film deposition (PVD, CVD, IBS), optical coating design and metrology supporting manufacture of lenses, windows, domes and/or mirrors.
• Demonstrated experience developing and troubleshooting optics manufacturing processes in a production environment.
• Demonstrated identification and execution of research and development projects in the field of optics manufacturing.
• Demonstrated leadership of non‑recurring activities including technical and logistical planning, execution and communication with program teams.
• Demonstrated planning and execution of capital projects including technology identification, justification and specification.
• Demonstrated leadership of diverse teams performing in a manufacturing environment (formal or informal).
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated communications from shop floor to senior leadership.
• Effective project management and strong communication/presentation skills.
• Knowledge and application of Lean Six Sigma tools and experience driving root‑cause and corrective action analysis.

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

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5–30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive…