Manufacturing Engineer Staff (Corrective Action lead)

Job Description:

Description:We are Lockheed Martin

The story of aviation has always been the story of people who have the perseverance to fail, to try again, and to one day succeed. Since Lockheed Martin’s inception and continuing today, the passion to advance aeronautical design and help our customers achieve mission results has been ingrained in our culture. We recognize the diverse talents and experiences of our team members, and we celebrate the unique contributions each individual brings to the table. It is that collective passion, combined with a strategic focus on ever-changing global opportunities, that shapes our path forward. Join us as we continue to innovate, inspire, and make history in the world of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Be Doing
In this role, you will focus on identifying, implementing, and sustaining solutions to complex manufacturing challenges. Specific responsibilities include:
• Corrective Action Development: Designing and executing corrective actions to reduce Scrap, Rework, and Repair (SRR) rates, as well as improving Hours Per Unit (HPU).
• Engineering Change Evaluations: Evaluating engineering changes to ensure alignment with production capabilities and operational efficiency.
• Technical Production Support: Providing technical expertise to mechanics and production personnel to maintain seamless product flow and operations.
• Cost Reduction Initiatives: Driving initiatives to streamline production, reduce span time, and enhance profitability.
• Root Cause Analysis and Mentorship: Leading teams through complex manufacturing challenges, developing robust root cause and corrective action plans, and mentoring engineers on best practices.
You will partner with cross-functional teams, including:
• Production Operations Leaders
• Quality Engineers
• Industrial Engineers
• Operations Technology Specialists
• Production Control Teams
Your goal will be to eliminate repetitive nonconformance costs, reduce recurring touch labor, and remove barriers to schedule adherence. This is a role requiring both tactical problem-solving and strategic thinking to optimize the production system.

What’s In It For You
• High Impact: Contribute to the success of the F-35 Lightning II program by enhancing production efficiency and reducing costs.
• Leadership Opportunity: Influence key aspects of manufacturing while mentoring and developing a team of engineers.
• Career Growth: Expand your expertise in manufacturing engineering and problem-solving in a high-visibility role.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy industry-leading health, retirement, and educational support benefits offered by Lockheed Martin.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Who You Are
• You are a driven and detail-oriented manufacturing engineer who thrives in problem-solving environments.
• You excel at collaboration and bring a passion for mentoring others while optimizing production systems.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing whats right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global Diversity and Inclusion.

This position is in Marietta, GA Discover Marietta.
Basic Qualifications:
• STEM bachelor’s degree (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, etc.)

• Experience resolving engineering, production, tooling &/or assembly issues.

• Experience leading/facilitating teams in a Manufacturing Environment
Desired Skills:
• Manufacturing Engineering Experience or Support Roles (IE, QE, MRB) on F-35 Joint Strike Fighter or similar military fighter jets.
• Problem Solving Skills -Demonstrated ability to drive closure and resolve complex, large-scale technical issues/challenges
Lean / Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with internal and cross functional teams; Production Operations, Quality, Design Engineering, Supply Chain
• ICA Experience (LM Corrective Action System)
Ability to work well in a diverse team environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams, etc.)
• Ability to lead/mentor the manufacturing engineering group on Corrective Action Issues.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis tools (8-D, 5 Whys, Cause Mapping, Fishbone diagrams, FMEA, etc)
Clearance Level: None
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

• Manufacturing Engineering Experience or Support Roles (IE, QE, MRB) on F-35 Joint Strike Fighter or similar military fighter jets.
• Problem Solving Skills -Demonstrated ability to drive closure and resolve complex, large-scale technical issues/challenges
Lean / Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with internal and cross functional teams; Production Operations, Quality, Design Engineering, Supply Chain
• ICA Experience (LM Corrective Action System)
Ability to work well in a diverse team environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams, etc.)
• Ability to lead/mentor the manufacturing engineering group on Corrective Action Issues.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis tools (8-D, 5 Whys, Cause Mapping, Fishbone diagrams, FMEA, etc)

Job Ident #: 74422448032

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...

Benefits:
TBD

(Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated/distributed without explicit consent of JSfirm, LLC)

Job Info

Location

Marietta, Georgia, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

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