Manufacturing Engineer Staff (Level 4)

Lockheed Martin•Grand Prairie, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

You will be the Manufacturing Engineer Staff (Level 4) for the Advanced Programs Manufacturing Engineering team. Our team is responsible for improving the producibility of early designs and creating manufacturing plans and processes for various Advanced Programs as they transition to the Line of Business (LOB) for low‑rate initial production. What You Will Be Doing As the Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting a team focused on ensuring designs are producible and cost‑competitive. You will evaluate designs, develop manufacturing readiness assessments, and create proposals to meet customer needs. Why Join Us The ideal candidate is a forward‑thinking engineer who thrives on turning innovative concepts into production‑ready solutions. You will work alongside top talent, influence critical design decisions, and directly contribute to delivering advanced capabilities to the warfighter. 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 here . Further Information About This Opportunity This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Requirements

8+ years experience in manufacturing environment
Active secret clearance
Experience in electrical and mechanical manufacturing
Actively support industry standard committees
Experience with product manufacturability (DFM), producibility, and design for cost (DFC)

Nice To Haves

Experience with Make-Buy generation and strategy
Shop floor Manufacturing Engineering experience
Experience supporting development programs
Experience supporting suppliers to resolve technical issues
Experience supporting Special Access Programs
Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification

Responsibilities

Evaluating designs and providing manufacturing feedback.
Developing manufacturing readiness assessments and proposals.
Making make/buy determinations.
Presenting program status information to customers and stakeholders.
Collaborating with cross‑functional teams, including Production Operations, Program Management, and Engineering & Technology stakeholders.