Manufacturing Engineering Aide Sr

Lockheed Martin; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Orlando is seeking an Engineering Aide to provide technical support, gather and format data, and produce engineering documentation for design changes and analyses. You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers and assist in maintaining accurate work instructions and procedures for the production floor.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, and IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 and J‑STD‑001 certifications.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and technical training to perform basic calculations, assembly/tests, and computer operations.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing role.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and apply specs to manufacturing.
• IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 and J‑STD‑001 trained and/or certified.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers on technical tasks, gathering and manipulating data and design changes.
• Produce engineering documentation, reports, drawings, and machine operation procedures with accuracy.
• Act as liaison between Manufacturing Engineers and production teams to support assembly performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Verbal/written communication

Process improvement

Education

High School diploma

Tools

SAP knowledge

Job description

• Provides technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks.
• Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes.
• Produces engineering documentation, reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics).
• Performs detailed mathematical calculations using established formulas; preliminary analyses of data where guidelines are provided in such areas as trajectory adequacy, model dimensional consistency; and quantitative judgments concerning technical data.
• Uses personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports.
• May conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis.

• Provides technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks.
• Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes.
• Produces engineering documentation, reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics).
• Performs detailed mathematical calculations using established formulas; preliminary analyses of data where guidelines are provided in such areas as trajectory adequacy, model dimensional consistency; and quantitative judgments concerning technical data.
• Uses personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports.
• May conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis.

Long Description

What We’re Doing

We specialize in Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) that provide advanced capabilities to serve the defense industry. Our RMS Training and Logistic Solutions (TLS) are designed to meet the unique needs of our customers, offering unparalleled performance, reliability, and versatility. We provide comprehensive support throughout the entire system lifecycle, from design and development to deployment and maintenance. With a focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, we are committed to delivering RMS solutions that exceed expectations and set new standards for performance and reliability.

THE WORK

• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers (ME) on various technical tasks, providing crucial support in gathering, maintaining, formatting, compiling, and manipulating technical data, such as engineering designs and design changes.
• Produce high‑quality engineering documentation, reports, marking files, designs, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics), and machine operation procedures, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Act as a key liaison between the ME and production teams, assisting in providing technical guidance and timely problem resolution to support assembly performance.
• Review, respond to, and adjudicate EODIs and requests for floor support, working closely with the assembly team to identify and correct issues firsthand.
• Update assembly work instructions based on drawings and/or models, reviewing content with Manufacturing Engineers prior to release to the floor.
• Assist in working ME’s tasks on Qnotes and EODIs, inputting data provided by ME to tools in support of planning, routing, work instruction generation, status reporting, and issue resolution.
• Actively engage in PMT and assist in implementing lean principles and technologies and other process improvement activities, ensuring continuous growth and improvement.
• Maintain and control shop aids used in the production process, programming and maintaining assembly‑related machines as required for their respective areas.

Who You Are

As a meticulous and detail-oriented Engineering Aide, you take pride in your workmanship. Your keen eye for quality ensures that you consistently produce high-quality products that meet or exceed customer expectations. As a team player, you collaborate effectively with others in both group settings and one‑on‑one conversations. Your approachable demeanor makes you easy to talk to, and you engage comfortably in both personal and professional dialogues. You respect others’ opinions and perspectives, building strong relationships with colleagues and supervisors alike. Your willingness to take on new challenges and expand your skillset benefits both you and your team members. As a proactive communicator, you provide valuable feedback and suggestions for improvement, demonstrating your commitment to helping your team succeed.

WHY JOIN US

When you join our team, you'll be part of a dynamic and supportive work environment that values collaboration, growth, and innovation. We offer opportunities for training and development to help you build your career. Our mission‑driven organization is dedicated to making a positive impact in the world, and we’re looking for talented and passionate individuals to help us achieve our goals.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma, or equivalent experience/combined education, with additional technical training sufficient enough to perform required basic calculations, electronic/mechanical assembly/test, computer operations, etc.
• Minimum 3‑5 years of experience in a manufacturing role.
• Ability to read and understand engineering design drawings and interpret design specifications and their applicability to manufacturing.
• Familiarity with cable and/or harnesses production, and the ability to analyze electrical and mechanical schematics and diagrams.
• IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 and J‑STD‑001 trained and/or certified.

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with cable wire cutter and stripper machines
• Microsoft Office suite experience with MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Publisher
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal/written communications skills
• Ability to provide technical guidance and timely problem resolution to production floor operators
• Familiarity with mechanical, power, and pneumatic tools
• Familiarity with SAP (Qnotes, Routings, Bills of material) or a related manufacturing system
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing concepts and technique and experience generating/implementing process improvements
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively in a team environment.

Pay Information

Full‑Time Salary Range: $48200.00 - $89400.00

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.