Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer on the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) team in Courtland, AL, you will help produce advanced missile defense technology. You will improve manufacturing processes, support production operations, and contribute to a team that strengthens national security. This role blends technical expertise with collaboration and problem-solving in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Basic Qualifications

Candidates must meet all requirements listed below:

• Experience in manufacturing engineering or manufacturing engineering technology.
• Knowledge of manufacturing principles and production line setup, launch, or development.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, Computer Aided Design (CAD) models, product specifications, and other technical data.
• Experience creating manufacturing work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Knowledge of manufacturing bills of materials (BOMs), including creation, editing, and maintenance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Key Duties / Responsibilities

• Use tools such as CREO, Windchill, SAP, and SIMIO to optimize production processes and improve efficiency.
• Support the setup of production lines and assembly equipment, ensuring safe and reliable operation.
• Create and maintain manufacturing work instructions and SOPs for consistent, high-quality production.
• Develop, edit, and maintain manufacturing BOMs to accurately track components and materials.
• Implement process improvements and evaluate production efficiency using data analytics and digital tools.
• Provide input on design concepts to ensure manufacturability and alignment with production capabilities.

Work Environment

Fast-paced, collaborative manufacturing environment. Close interaction with cross-functional teams, including design, production, and program management. Work involves both independent tasks and team-based projects. Position based in Courtland, AL, with access to production facilities and hands-on equipment.

Company Mission & Program Overview

Lockheed Martin's mission is to solve the hardest challenges in aerospace, defense, and security. The NGI program plays a critical role in missile defense, strengthening the nation's ability to deter threats and respond effectively. This role directly supports the program's mission by ensuring high-quality, efficient manufacturing of key interceptor components.

Why Lockheed Martin

Be part of a world-leading defense and aerospace company. Work on programs that make a tangible difference in national security. Access to resources, tools, and a culture that values collaboration and innovation. Inclusive work environment that values diverse perspectives and experiences.

Why You'll Love This Role

Engage in meaningful work on cutting-edge missile defense systems. Collaborate with skilled, passionate professionals in a team-oriented setting. Opportunity to apply problem-solving, technical, and process-improvement skills to real-world manufacturing challenges. Contribute to programs with national and global impact while growing your own expertise.

Desired Skills

These skills are not required but strengthen a candidate's application:

• Experience with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) or missile defense programs.
• Basic experience in tooling, fixture, or equipment design.
• Experience in design for manufacturing/assembly or design to cost.
• Experience with development programs or conceptual designs.
• Experience implementing process improvements.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles; Lean or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification.
• Ability to act as a liaison between subcontractors, internal teams, and program counterparts.

Other Important Information

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 Schedule

9x80 every other Friday off

Security Clearance

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Secret

Job Location

Courtland-AL