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$105k – $195k per year
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In office (Huntsville)
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Senior · 7+ years exp
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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 7, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 5, 2026. Lockheed Martin scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Lockheed Martin is the largest defence contractor in the world, formed in 1995 by merging Lockheed Corporation with Martin Marietta and headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland. Its single most important programme is the F-35 Lightning II, the most expensive weapons system ever built, alongside the F-16, the C-130 transport and classified work at the Skunk Works advanced development unit. The company also dominates missile defence with THAAD and PAC-3 interceptors, supplies HIMARS and Javelin systems, owns the helicopter maker Sikorsky, and builds the Orion crew capsule and military satellites through its space division.

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Performs in a collaborative environment to develop and implement manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, fabrication, and material handling. Drives adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement. Creates and analyzes 3D based model data environment to optimize manufacturing process and digital work instructions. Leverages understanding of materials and automatic processes to define operations procedures and build sequences to drive operational excellence. Evaluates performance (including IoT devices, etc.) of equipment and tools to verify their efficiency and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure operational excellence. Leverages factory data to develop statistical process control approaches and integrates reporting and data analytics solutions for continuous improvement. Provides input to product design regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques. Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer Sr to support the Long Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW) program Production Operations in Huntsville, Alabama. In this role, you will support electrical and mechanical structure assembly, integration, and test operations, working closely with engineering, production, quality and leadership teams. You'll play a key role in translating engineering designs into efficient, repeatable manufacturing processes that meet cost, schedule and quality commitments.

The successful candidate will have experience writing detailed manufacturing work instructions, technical publications or SOPs. Typical experience required for this position includes a Bachelors degree or equivalent experience/combined education. Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position could require some travel and support to other manufacturing operations.

Other primary responsibilities will include:

  • Assists in leading and adhering to safety, quality, cost, schedule, technical and programmatic requirements and performance expectations.
  • Leading and providing shop floor support, maintaining manufacturing plans, tooling requirements, engineering change implementation and coordinating changes in the build process within an electrical/mechanical manufacturing facility.
  • Creating procedures and operations for the fabrication of tools and equipment and other functions that affect product performance.
  • Adapting machine or equipment design to factory and production conditions. May incorporate inspection and test requirements into the production plan.
  • Providing guidance to engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements
  • Role will require infrequent communication with inter-organizational and outside customer contacts on routine matters and will provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of moderate scope and complexity.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering or closely related discipline from an accredited college or university, or 7-9 years of hands on experience in lieu of.
  • Experience working in manufacturing, production or quality environment.
  • Experience writing, reviewing or maintaining manufacturing work instructions or similar production documentation.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical and/or electrical drawings, schematics and specifications.
  • Ability to work week day shift on site at Huntsville, supporting a 9x80 schedule (every other Friday off)
  • Experience collaborating with a multi-functional team either through coursework, work experience or similar.
  • Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Desired Skills

  • Local candidates preferred
  • Requires the ability to obtain and maintain an Interim SECRET clearance prior to start.
  • Experience presenting to senior government

and/or leaders.

  • Familiarity with Lockheed Martin Space Systems or industry equivalent processes (Earn Value Management Systems, Cost Accounting, Manufacturing Work Instructions, Routings, Production Orders, Bill of Materials, Q-notes, FFMEAs, FOE/FOD, etc.)
  • Familiarity with Lockheed Martin Space Systems or industry equivalent tools (ERP/SAP, EPDM, VECAMS, PMP Database, etc.)
  • Lean Manufacturing experience and/or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certifications.
  • Experience with Electro Static Discharge (ESD) and Ordnance Missile Assembly, Integration and Test (AI&T) operations.
  • Proven Leadership and Management of Aerospace and Manufacturing products.
  • Proven communication skills between Program, Engineering and Manufacturing.
  • Proven production in flow troubleshooting skills.
  • Basic tooling, fixture and equipment design experience.
  • Basic knowledge of Additive Manufacturing CAD/CAM and 3D Printing.
  • Must have the ability to work independently with minimal direction.
  • Experience writing detailed manufacturing work instructions, technical writing or similar experience with technical publications or SOPs.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical engineering drawings, bills of material, schematics and specs.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

  • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
  • For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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