Manufacturing Engineer (Welding)- Early Career
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 19, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 4, 2026. Lockheed Martin scores A on the Alion truth index.
Standard Job Description
At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we're on a mission to drive innovation and uphold the highest standards of business ethics. We believe that by pushing the boundaries of visionary thinking, we can achieve exceptional results. As a Lockheed Martin employee, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in an environment that values integrity and excellence.
The RMS Machining Center in Owego, NY, is a premier precision-manufacturing hub supporting critical aerospace programs. Your work will directly enable the delivery of high-performance components and assemblies that meet stringent aerospace specifications and national security needs.
In this role you will:
- Lead the creation of manufacturing bills of materials (MBOMs) and master routings to ensure accurate production planning.
- Develop and qualify welding procedures, including advanced processes such as friction stir welding and robotic welding, to meet program requirements.
- Drive continuous-improvement initiatives by troubleshooting floor issues, analyzing weld defects, and implementing corrective actions.
- Coordinate production-readiness reviews, providing technical insight and performance data to the Manufacturing Program Manager.
- Mentor and train welders and manufacturing personnel, enhancing weld quality and consistency across the center.
- Evaluate material selections and process assessments, recommending optimal solutions for complex alloys and specialty materials.
- Communicate drawing intent, work instructions, and weld specifications clearly to CNC programmers, machinists, and assembly teams.
- Optimize lean manufacturing practices, applying lean principles to improve workflow and reduce waste.
Who You Are:
You are a skilled welding and manufacturing engineer with strong problem-solving abilities, adept at translating complex technical requirements into reliable production processes. You excel at collaborating across multidisciplinary teams, driving continuous improvement, and communicating technical insights clearly.
Must be a US Citizen.; This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Familar with conventional welding processes (e.g., Gas Metal Arc Weilding, Gas Tungsten Arc Weilding) and ability to develop and qualify weld procedures.
- Proven problem solving and analytical skills, especially for diagnosing and correcting weld defects.
- Familiarity with industry welding standards and the weld qualification process.
- Practical, hands on experience with welding or other manufacturing processes, including basic GD&T concepts.
Must be a US Citizen.;This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Desired Skills
- Proficiency with robotic welding systems and automation technologies.
- Knowledge of friction stir welding (FSW) principles and applications.
- Basic understanding of metallurgy, materials science, heat treatment, and material behavior under stress.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong ability to communicate and interpret drawing intent, work instructions, and weld requirements to manufacturing personnel.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $58200.00 - $108200.00
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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.