Manufacturing Engineer II

Job Description:

Description:Role Overview
As a Manufacturing Engineer at Lockheed Martin Space in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, you will develop, optimize, and implement the heatshield bonding process for a specific product line. You will support the Production Integrated Product Team (IPT) as the product moves from development into high-rate production, ensuring stable, efficient, and repeatable manufacturing.

Key Duties / Responsibilities
• Develop, refine, and implement manufacturing processes and procedures for assemblies and material handling
• Analyze factory process data to identify inefficiencies and apply corrective actions
• Integrate process improvements to optimize quality, efficiency, and production rates
• Leverage automation, robotics, and computer-aided manufacturing tools to enhance production
• Support adoption of new technologies and digital tools, including 3D modeling and digital work instructions
• Collaborate with product design teams to align manufacturing methods with product requirements
• Monitor and evaluate equipment performance, investigate issues, and implement solutions
• Use data analytics and statistical process control to drive continuous improvement

Work Environment
• Collaborative, team-oriented manufacturing setting
• High-paced, dynamic production environment with multiple stakeholders
• Frequent interaction with production floor processes and equipment
• Adherence to strict safety and security protocols
• Opportunity to integrate data and process improvements directly on the factory floor

Why You’ll Love This Role
• Contribute to high-impact space products with visible results in production efficiency and quality
• Apply hands-on engineering skills in a dynamic, real-world manufacturing setting
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development in advanced manufacturing and process optimization
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to solve challenging engineering and production problems

Company Mission & Program Overview
• Lockheed Martin is committed to solving the world’s most complex challenges and keeping people safe through innovation
• This role directly supports the Space business by ensuring heatshield products are manufactured efficiently, reliably, and to the highest quality standards
• Employees have the opportunity to see their work directly contribute to impactful programs

Why LM
• Employees are valued as a priority, with flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative culture emphasizing innovation, integrity, and corporate responsibility
• Diverse career paths designed to promote development, growth, and agility
• Professional environment that supports both work-life balance and meaningful contributions
Basic Qualifications:
Candidates must meet all requirements listed:
• Experience supporting production operations or manufacturing processes
• Experience participating in design reviews
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain the required government security clearance
• Ability to work at a facility requiring special access
Desired Skills:
These skills are not required but will strengthen your candidacy:
• Experience with heatshield bonding processes, including adhesive application, surface preparation, and curing
• Knowledge of composite materials and manufacturing techniques
• Familiarity with process control and automation systems
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities
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 worlds 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: No
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

These skills are not required but will strengthen your candidacy:
• Experience with heatshield bonding processes, including adhesive application, surface preparation, and curing
• Knowledge of composite materials and manufacturing techniques
• Familiarity with process control and automation systems
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities

Job Ident #: 93001311120

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/

Lockheed Martin Corporation is an American global aerospace, defense, security and advanced technologies company with worldwide interests. It was formed by the merger of Lockheed Corporation with Martin Marietta in March 1995. It is headquartered in North...

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Job Info

Location

King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/