ADP Skunk Works Manufacturing Engineer Asc - Early Career

Job Number 14296

Manufacturing Engineer Asc - E1

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, home of the legendary Skunk Works®, is the world's premier developer of cutting-edge military aircraft. Our reputation is built on relentless research, breakthrough design, and low-cost, high-performance manufacturing that keeps our mission-critical customers' fleets Ahead of Ready throughout every phase of the product life-cycle. By fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, we turn visionary concepts into operational reality, delivering unparalleled capability and readiness to the forces that protect our nation.

For emerging talent, the Early-Career Manufacturing Engineer Associate role offers an unparalleled launchpad into this high-stakes environment. Working side-by-side with senior engineers, you will support process development, learn cutting-edge automation tools, and gain hands-on experience with digital work-instruction models and data-driven improvement initiatives. Guided mentorship, exposure to state-of-the-art technology, and involvement in real-world production challenges will fast-track your professional growth, positioning you to become the next generation of innovators who keep our fleets Ahead of Ready.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, anufacturing Engineering or a closely related STEM field (ABET-accredited prefeered)
• Strong academic performance in core subject such as material science, statistics & dynamics, manufacturing processes, CAD/CAE
• Model Based Engineering

Desired Skills

• Advanced CAD proficiency (SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo, or Autodesk Inventor) with the ability to create complex assemblies, renderings, and export GD&T-driven drawings.
• Data-science basics - comfort using Python, VBA, or R to automate data-collection, generate plots, and build simple predictive models for yield or cycle-time analysis.
• Lean-Six-Sigma exposure - certification (Yellow/Green Belt) or hands-on participation in Kaizen events, value-stream mapping, and waste-reduction initiatives.
• Knowledge of aerospace standards - familiarity with AS9100, DFARS, and ITAR compliance considerations.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $58200.00 - $108200.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.