Producibility Manufacturing Engineer – Structures & Composites Level 6

Job description

**Description:**
At Lockheed Martin Skunk Works®, we don’t follow innovation—we lead it.

With operations in Palmdale, CA, Fort Worth, TX, and Marietta, GA, our legacy is rooted in creating the most advanced aircraft in the world.

We’re looking for forward-thinking talent to join our newly formed Production Engineering Program Assist Team: a hands-on group supporting the seamless transition of breakthrough concepts into real-world, production-ready aircraft.
**What You Will Be Doing:**
As a senior level authority with 20 years of experience In fabrication and assembly producibility analysis in Metallic Structures & Composites,—you will serve as a trusted subject matter expert, applying your knowledge of composite and metallics fabrication and structural full size determinant assembly (FSDA) producibility, and advanced manufacturing techniques to support our most cutting-edge programs.

You will:
• Collaborate across design and production teams to optimize aircraft structures for FSDA and design for cost manufacturability at our advanced development sites.
• Lead design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and concurrent engineering efforts to ensure new designs are scalable and ready for fast-paced production environments.
• Guide engineering decisions with deep insight into modern materials, tooling approaches, and emerging manufacturing methods—especially in FSDA composites and metallic structures fabrication and assembly.
• Influence design and manufacturing direction by translating complex technical concepts into compelling long term production rate narratives for senior leadership.
• Drive technology adoption across our Skunk Works campuses, from digital twin integration to additive manufacturing workflows.
• Serve as a bridge between engineering, manufacturing, and program teams across our locations ensuring alignment, knowledge sharing, and execution excellence.
• Security Clearance : Final Secret Clearance investigation within the last 5 years will be required.
**What’s In It For You:**
We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality?

We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
**Who You Are:**
You’re a systems thinker, innovator, and doer—someone who’s as comfortable guiding digital transformation initiatives as they are reviewing a CAD model or supporting the production floor.

Whether based in California, Texas, or Georgia, you bring sharp technical skills, strong communication, and a passion for transforming aerospace design into production reality.
**Further Information About This Opportunity:**
• This position can be located in Palmdale, CA à Discover Palmdale.
• This position can be located in Marietta, GA à Discover Marietta.
• This position can be located in Fort Worth, TX à Discover Fort Worth.
**Basic Qualifications:**
• Full Size Determinate Assembly: Experience with design and assembly processes to support minimal drilling, shimming and tooling on assembly in metallics and composites.

Understand and practice efforts to minimize variation through the use of Variation Management tool suites.
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Cost: In-depth knowledge of design principles and in depth experience with digital tool suites that ensure producibility, including tooling design, assembly design & simulation, tolerance analysis, geometric dimensioning, and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Manufacturing Processes: Familiarity with various manufacturing processes, such as composite and metallic machining, additive, bonding, forging, and 3D printing.
• Digital Twin and Simulation: Experience with digital twin technologies; experience with simulation tools to drive optimization and virtual manufacturing solutions.
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD): Expertise in CAD software, such as CATIA V5, V6 or NX, to analyze and optimize designs.
• Bachelors Degree: Required in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related field.
**Desired Skills:**
• Relevant professional certifications, such as PMP, Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing.
• Knowledge of current Product Lifecycle Manager (PLM) methods in 3DX and / or Teamcenter Accelerator, advances, and enablement of integrated workflows.
• Knowledge of cost estimation principles and practices to estimate manufacturing costs and optimize design for cost.
• Familiarity with supply chain management principles and practices to ensure effective supplier selection and management.
• Understanding of risk management principles and practices to identify and mitigate risks associated with design and manufacturing.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 principles and technologies, such as IoT, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.
• Understanding of digital twin principles and applications to optimize design, manufacturing, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of cutting edge manufacturing processes and technologies such as 3D printing and additive manufacturing; advanced materials and composite structures; and reusability and refurbishment of vehicles.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and technologies such as advanced robotics and automation systems; AI-powered quality control and inspection systems; and lightweight materials and structures (e.g., carbon fiber, aluminum).
• Experience with manufacturing processes and technologies specific to the aerospace and defense industry such as high-performance materials and coatings; advanced propulsion systems and power generation; and secure and reliable communication systems.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills to work with cross-functional teams, including design, manufacturing, and suppliers.
• Strong problem-solving and adaptability skills to address complex technical challenges and evolving project requirements.
• Leadership and mentoring skills to guide and develop junior engineers and influence design and manufacturing decisions.
• Commitment to continuous learning and innovation, staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in advanced manufacturing.
**Security Clearance Statement:** This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
**Clearance Level:** Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
**Other Important Information You Should Know**
**Expression of Interest:** By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match.

Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
**Ability to Work Remotely:** Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
**Work Schedules:** Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees.

Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed.

These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
**Schedule for this Position:** 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
**Pay Rate:** The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $138,100 - $243,455.

For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location.

Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.

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

(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.

This position is incentive plan eligible.
**Pay Rate:** The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $158,800 - $275,195.

For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location.

Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.

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

This position is incentive plan eligible.
**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 optimal consideration.**
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve 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 diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, 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.

We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
**Experience Level:** Experienced Professional
**Business Unit:** AERONAUTICS COMPANY
**Relocation Available:** Possible
**Career Area:** Manufacturing
**Type:** Full-Time
**Shift:** First

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