Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
SEP
IPT
Schematics
Lean Manufacturing
Design For Manufacturability
INSPECT
Computer Hardware
Process Improvement
Quality Assurance
Root Cause Analysis
Production Support
Design Review
Process Control
Communication
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Security Clearance
Innovation
SAFE
Boost
Manufacturing
Job Details
Job ID: 699225BR Date posted: Sep. 09, 2025
Description:By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we 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 development 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.
At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility.
Your Mission is Ours.
Lockheed Martin Space in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania is seeking a full-time Manufacturing Engineer Candidate will support the Production Integrated Product Team (IPT) as a manufacturing engineer assigned to develop, optimize, and implement the heatshield bonding process for a specific product line as it goes through spiral development maturing into high-rate production.
Selected candidate to integrate factory process data of each spiral as it is produced to plan, develop, and implement optimizations and efficiencies; investigate efficiency losses/issue corrective actions to establish a stable, repetitive, and high-rate production line.
The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of the following:
Adhesive bonding and curing processes
Composite materials and heatshield manufacturing
Reading and interpreting drawings, schematics, and specifications
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and techniques
Experience with process control and automation
This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Do you have a passion and dream to make a difference? Come be part of our team in the dynamic production operations side of Lockheed Martin Space.
Summary of Key Duties for this position:
Develop and optimize heatshield bonding processes, procedures, and production layouts for an advanced manufacturing environment
Represent manufacturing in peer reviews of engineering drawings to enhance the design for manufacturability of aeroshells
Write production plans, inspect and assess defective hardware, and optimize production flow to meet program deliverables
Communicate with shop floor personnel to implement process improvements and gain efficiencies in the heatshield bonding process
Create bond fixture designs, analyze shop performance, and support Quality Assurance in root cause analysis and corrective actions for process-related defects
Support development and production of heatshields for various space applications
Travel may be required
Weekend or off-hour support may be required to support production schedules
Basic Qualifications:
Production Support Experience
Design Review Experience
Secret Clearance Required
Desired Skills:
Experience with heatshield bonding processes, including adhesive application, surface preparation, and curing
Knowledge of composite materials and manufacturing techniques
Familiarity with process control and automation systems
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
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: 9x80 every other Friday off
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
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: SPACE
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
Description:By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we 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 development 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.
At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility.
Your Mission is Ours.
Lockheed Martin Space in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania is seeking a full-time Manufacturing Engineer Candidate will support the Production Integrated Product Team (IPT) as a manufacturing engineer assigned to develop, optimize, and implement the heatshield bonding process for a specific product line as it goes through spiral development maturing into high-rate production.
Selected candidate to integrate factory process data of each spiral as it is produced to plan, develop, and implement optimizations and efficiencies; investigate efficiency losses/issue corrective actions to establish a stable, repetitive, and high-rate production line.
The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of the following:
Adhesive bonding and curing processes
Composite materials and heatshield manufacturing
Reading and interpreting drawings, schematics, and specifications
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and techniques
Experience with process control and automation
This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Do you have a passion and dream to make a difference? Come be part of our team in the dynamic production operations side of Lockheed Martin Space.
Summary of Key Duties for this position:
Develop and optimize heatshield bonding processes, procedures, and production layouts for an advanced manufacturing environment
Represent manufacturing in peer reviews of engineering drawings to enhance the design for manufacturability of aeroshells
Write production plans, inspect and assess defective hardware, and optimize production flow to meet program deliverables
Communicate with shop floor personnel to implement process improvements and gain efficiencies in the heatshield bonding process
Create bond fixture designs, analyze shop performance, and support Quality Assurance in root cause analysis and corrective actions for process-related defects
Support development and production of heatshields for various space applications
Travel may be required
Weekend or off-hour support may be required to support production schedules
Basic Qualifications:
Production Support Experience
Design Review Experience
Secret Clearance Required
Desired Skills:
Experience with heatshield bonding processes, including adhesive application, surface preparation, and curing
Knowledge of composite materials and manufacturing techniques
Familiarity with process control and automation systems
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
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: 9x80 every other Friday off
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
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: SPACE
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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