Manufacturing Engineer; Missile Assembly & Robotics

Basic Qualifications

Degree from an accredited college in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline at the Bachelor level or above and 1+ years professional experience; or 4 years of related professional experience. Knowledgeable of General Manufacturing Processes and Factory Automation Equipment. Able to demonstrate a high level of mechanical hands‑on assembly / disassembly / troubleshooting skills to perform or assist in missile assembly and test along with repairing nonoperating tools and industrial equipment.

Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance. Lockheed Martin will assist selected candidate with obtaining at least an Interim Secret Clearance prior to starting. 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.

E1622:

Manufacturing Engineer

You will be the Manufacturing Engineer (Missile Assembly & Robotics) 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 warfighter needs.

As the Manufacturing Engineer (Missile Assembly & Robotics) you will be responsible for solving technical issues on the production shop floor, improving manufacturing processes, and integrating innovative technologies into the factory.

• Analyzing engineering data to develop new manufacturing processes and detailed work instructions.
• Integrating new assets and technologies into the factory.
• Supporting continuous‑improvement initiatives that drive quality and cost enhancements.
• Investigating root causes of quality defects and implementing corrective/preventive actions.
• Troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing process equipment and tooling.

We’re looking for a proactive engineer who thrives in a dynamic, high‑stakes environment. The ideal candidate is technically savvy, detail‑oriented, and enjoys partnering with cross‑functional teammates to achieve quality, schedule, and cost performance goals. This role offers the chance to shape cutting‑edge missile manufacturing processes and make a tangible impact on national defense. 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.

Experience interpreting engineering requirements from product data models, drawings, parts lists and specifications to generate manufacturing processes and conduct detailed failure analysis for determining root cause and implementing the corrective / preventative actions to eliminate defects. Experience with various robotic applications (collaborative, material removal/finishing, material handling, and painting) in an Aerospace/Automotive Manufacturing environment. Working knowledge of FANUC robotics & controls or equivalent.

Familiarity with manufacturing software DELMIA Apriso Manufacturing Execution System (MES), PTC Creo CAD, Windchill PLM with MPMLink and Systems Applications & Products (SAP) Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tools.

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