Manufacturing Engineering Manager – Advanced Programs

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 129,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the Advanced Programs Product Center Manufacturing Engineering team in Dallas, TX. You will guide a team of Manufacturing Engineers supporting cutting-edge programs from concept development through initial production readiness.

The role emphasizes producibility, execution excellence, and the adoption of model-based DfX and digital thread practices across multiple product lines, interfacing with program managers, engineers,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an associated discipline or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• Prior leadership experience.
• Experience transitioning development programs to production.
• Experience in design for manufacturing/assembly or design to cost.
• US citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to liaison between LM subcontractors, internal disciplines, and Production Operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Manufacturing Engineers supporting advanced programs from concept through production readiness.
• Champion producibility and drive execution excellence across multiple product lines.
• Drive model-based DfX adoption and digital thread initiatives across sites.
• Collaborate with program managers, chief engineers, and operations to manage risks and ensure program success.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Windchill PLM

SAP MRP

Model Based Engineering

Design for Automation

Earned Value Management

Job description

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the Advanced Programs Product Center Manufacturing Engineering team in Dallas, TX. You will guide a team of Manufacturing Engineers supporting cutting-edge programs from concept development through initial production readiness.

The role emphasizes producibility, execution excellence, and the adoption of model-based DfX and digital thread practices across multiple product lines, interfacing with program managers, engineers,