Manufacturing Engineer / JASSM-LRASM / Orlando FL/ Entry level with Security Clearance

Position Overview

At Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC), we are driven by speed, agility and technical innovation. As the world’s premier aerospace and defense company, we pride ourselves on quality and mission success. The successful candidate will support the JASSM/LRASM program production operations team in manufacturing process development, troubleshooting, tooling concepts, and fabrication. They will collaborate closely with on-program engineers, missile technicians, and commodity shops while supporting capital planning, make-or-buy decisions, hardware setup and first-run builds, production operations meetings, customer interfacing, process simulation, and manufacturing readiness assessments. Travel up to approximately 1 week per month is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing process development, troubleshooting, tooling concepts, and fabrication for the JASSM/LRASM program.
• Assist in make-or-buy decisions, capital planning support, and hardware build setups.
• Collaborate with on-program engineers, missile technicians, and coordinate between Orlando, Ocala, and Troy commodity shops.
• Participate in production operations meetings, customer interfacing, and maintain process simulation and manufacturing readiness assessments.
• Coordinate with suppliers and implement process improvements.
• Travel as required, approximately 1 week per month.

Required Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Electrical) or a related discipline.
• Technical knowledge and experience in manufacturing and testing, with familiarity in manufacturing readiness levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent communication, with experience in virtual teams and senior leadership interactions.
• Experience with the Capital Process from planning through execution, including capital project leadership.
• Training in Lean Six Sigma and proven experience in leading SIA events.
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret clearance and be willing to travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with missile manufacturing and production operations, preferably with Lockheed Martin experience.
• Working knowledge of LEAN methodologies and Six Sigma skills.
• Proficiency in CREO (Pro-E) with a focus on tooling, design, and fabrication.
• Understanding of GD&T, precision machining/tolerances, assembly sequences, and the identification of test points.
• Familiarity with SAP and capability to implement cost-saving solutions.
• Experience with Electro-mechanical/Optical Final Assembly, Integration, and Testing, and translating engineering specifications into effective work instructions.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy a 4x10 hour day schedule with 3 days off per week, along with alternate condensed schedules and paid time off.
• Remote Work Options: Part-time Remote Telework is available based on the specific schedule discussed during the hiring process.