Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Fort Worth, Texas
Fort Worth, Texas
Job Responsibilities
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 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
As the F-35 International Production Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of Manufacturing Engineers to support global co-producers in achieving production excellence. Your key responsibilities will include:
• Providing guidance and oversight across multiple areas of assembly and operations, including Assembly, EMAS, Final, Flight Line, Finishes, RCS, and Flight Operations.
• Managing the review and incorporation of major and minor engineering changes, workarounds, tooling modifications, and manufacturing plans.
• Offering technical expertise in build processes, training, testing, troubleshooting, and manufacturing system procedures.
• Ensuring global co-producers can effectively access and interpret technical data through platforms like PDM, JEDI, SQM, and JDL.
• Driving a culture of continuous improvement across assembly, testing, final finish, and flight line operations.
• Collaborating with international partners, requiring flexibility and understanding.
• Traveling overseas periodically to support co-producers and foster successful program execution.
What’s In It For You
• Leadership Opportunity: Direct and develop a high-performing team of Manufacturing Engineers while contributing to the global success of the F-35 program.
• Global Impact: Partner with international co-producers and play a key role in advancing aerospace capabilities worldwide.
• Innovation Focus: Tackle complex challenges and lead initiatives that drive process improvements and operational excellence.
• Professional Growth: Access Lockheed Martin’s extensive resources for career development, including leadership training and mentorship programs.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health, retirement, and education support.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Who You Are
You are a results-driven leader with a deep understanding of manufacturing engineering and global operations. You bring:
• Strong technical expertise to oversee complex engineering and manufacturing processes.
• A collaborative approach to partnering with international teams and ensuring alignment with program goals.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills to identify risks and implement solutions effectively.
• A commitment to continuous improvement, team development, and innovation in aerospace production.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications:
• Team lead or management experience.
• Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering, Production Engineering, Corrective Action, &/or Assembly Operations experience.
• Engineering change integration experience.
Desired Skills:
• Knowledgeable of tooling, planning and manufacturing methods applied within the F35 build process.
• Knowledgeable and possess experience performing and managing producibility and affordability improvements.
• Knowledgeable of manufacturing engineering processes.
• Knowledgeable of LM Aero Corrective Action and Tooling processes and systems.
• Demonstrate good oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate at the executive level.
• Knowledge of a foreign language or previous expatriate/international work experience is a plus.
• Technical knowledge of F-35 design, F-35 Manufacturing plan, and F-35 Tooling.
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: 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 world's 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: Mechanical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
About
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Mission-Focused Innovation: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can solve the world's most complex challenges for our customers.
Foundational Values: Our culture of performance excellence, ethics, teamwork and inclusion is embedded in everything we do.
Diverse Career Opportunities with Meaningful Work: Grow your career and skills for life. Our technology-driven learning platforms and programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities and our planet.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
- Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
- Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
- Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
Qualifications
See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.
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Collaborative
There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.
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Curious
The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.
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Goal-oriented
From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.
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Proactive
The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.
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Problem Solver
You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.
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Strategic
You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.
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“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”
Ryan J., Enterprise Operations
Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.
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Maternity and Paternity Leave
Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.