Manufacturing Engineer Asc - E1

Standard Job Description

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, Manufacturing 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.