Description: Role Overview
Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support the Long Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW) program Production Operations team 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.
This position may include limited travel to support other manufacturing operations.
Key Duties / Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day manufacturing engineering support to shop floor operations
Develop, maintain, and update manufacturing plans, tooling requirements, and work instructions
Lead and coordinate technical activities to meet engineering requirements, schedules, and cost targets
Support implementation of engineering changes and ensure smooth integration into production
Design and improve manufacturing processes, layouts, and workflows for efficient production
Support tool design and fabrication activities that impact product performance
Incorporate inspection and test requirements into production plans as needed
Review engineering designs and provide feedback to improve manufacturability
Analyze production issues, inspect non-conforming hardware, and support corrective actions
Partner with Quality Assurance to identify root causes and implement process improvements
Represent manufacturing in peer reviews and cross-functional meetings
Work Environment
Primarily on-site manufacturing and production environment
Regular interaction with shop floor personnel, engineers, and program leadership
Hands-on involvement with electro-mechanical hardware and manufacturing processes
Occasional travel to support additional manufacturing locations
Company Mission & Program Overview
Lockheed Martin's mission is to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready. The Long Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW) program is a critical national defense initiative focused on delivering reliable, advanced hypersonic capabilities.
The program emphasizes partnership, integrity, accountability, and technical excellence, bringing together multidisciplinary teams to solve complex manufacturing and engineering challenges.
Why Lockheed Martin
Work for a global aerospace and defense leader with a strong commitment to ethics, integrity, and innovation
Be part of a mission-driven organization supporting national security
Access career development, training, and long-term growth opportunities
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
Inclusive, team-oriented culture that values diverse perspectives
Why You'll Love This Role
Direct impact on a high-visibility, cutting-edge defense program
Opportunity to influence manufacturing processes from design through production
Collaborative environment where your technical input is valued
Balance of hands-on shop floor engagement and engineering problem-solving
A role that challenges you while building long-term manufacturing engineering expertise
Basic Qualifications:
Candidates must meet all requirements
Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related discipline OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Experience writing, reviewing, or maintaining manufacturing work instructions or similar production documentation
Experience working in a manufacturing, production, or quality environment
Ability to read and interpret mechanical and/or electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications
U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
Ability to work on-site in Huntsville and Courtland, Alabama, as program needs require
Desired Skills:
Nice-to-have skills that strengthen candidacy
Experience with electrical assembly, integration and test (AI&T), or harness fabrication
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
Experience supporting government customers or defense programs
Familiarity with Lockheed Martin Space or similar industry manufacturing processes (e.g., work instructions, routings, production orders, BOMs, FMEAs, EVM systems)
Experience using manufacturing or engineering systems such as SAP, EPDM, VECAMS, or comparable tools
Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience involving electro-mechanical hardware
Active Secret clearance
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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: 9x80 every other Friday off
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: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
