ADP Skunkworks - Manufacturing Engineer Sr- Level 3

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company in Marietta, GA seeks a Manufacturing Engineer Senior for the Skunk Works to bridge design engineering and production on the assembly floor. This role operates on the 2nd shift (Mon–Thu 4pm–2:30am) with high autonomy to drive critical decisions and continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with elite engineering teams to shape tomorrow’s aircraft and deliver high‑impact results in a state‑of‑the‑art facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; aerospace/defense or high-tech hardware experience preferred.
• Technical lead on design reviews and process improvement initiatives.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Bridge design engineering and production on the factory floor.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Handle second shift with independent decision-making.

Skills

Influencing decisions without formal

Systems engineering principles

V-Model / V&V understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Aerospace / Electrical / Systems Engineering

Master’s degree or coursework in Model-Based Eng or Systems Eng

Job description

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, the home of the legendary Skunk Works®, transforms visionary aircraft concepts into reality. We are world renowned for building the finest military platforms, a reputation earned through relentless research, breakthrough design, and low cost, high‑performance manufacturing strategies. Our mission‑critical customers count on us to keep their fleets Ahead of Ready throughout every phase of the product life cycle. As a Manufacturing Engineer Senior in the Skunk Works®, you’ll be at the nexus of imagination and execution. Your ingenuity will shape the way tomorrow’s aircraft are built, while your creativity will spark continuous improvement across the factory floor. If you thrive on pushing the envelope, love collaborating with elite engineering teams, and want to see your ideas fly—literally—this is the place to make an immediate, high‑impact contribution.

In this role, you will immediately impact the business with your ingenuity, creativity, and ideas that will be the catalyst for future business. If you are craving an opportunity where you are invited to be passionate, push the envelope, and think outside of the box, this opportunity may be just for you. We ensure those we serve always stay Ahead of Ready.

As a Manufacturing Engineer in Skunk Works®, you will play a critical role as liaison between our design engineering teams and the production team responsible for building tomorrow’s future in an advanced manufacturing and technology facility.

This position involves working 2nd shift (M‑Th 4pm – 2:30am) with the ability to operate independently on the factory floor, making critical decisions and driving initiatives with minimal day‑to‑day supervision.

What’s In It For You

• We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
• Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

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Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in aerospace, defense, or high‑tech hardware.
• Technical lead on design reviews, process improvement initiatives.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance per business requirements

Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or coursework in Model-Based Engineering (MBE) or Systems Engineering.
• 5-8 years of professional experience related to role.
• Influencing decisions without formal authority
• Understanding of the Systems Engineering V-Model, requirements flow‑down, and verification & validation (V&V) processes.

Pay Information

Full‑Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00

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.