Manufacturing Engineer III

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: King of Prussia
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Role Overview As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will support production operations by developing and improving manufacturing processes for a specific product line. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to help transition products from development into stable, high-rate production. Your work will focus on improving efficiency, solving production challenges, and ensuring consistent, high-quality output. Key Duties / Responsibilities • Develop manufacturing processes, procedures, and production layouts for machining operations • Review engineering designs and provide input to improve manufacturability • Create production plans and optimize workflow to meet delivery goals • Investigate production issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions • Analyze factory and process data to improve efficiency and stability • Collaborate with shop floor personnel to implement process improvements • Design tooling and evaluate equipment performance • Support quality teams in resolving process-related defects • Contribute to the production of weapon systems, ground support equipment, and satellite electronics • Provide occasional travel and off-hours or weekend support as needed Work Environment • Team-based, collaborative production setting within a manufacturing facility • Fast-paced environment focused on continuous improvement and operational efficiency • Regular interaction with engineers, production staff, and quality teams • May require flexibility in schedule to support production timelines • Work performed in a controlled facility with specific access requirements Why You’ll Love This Role • Work on complex, meaningful products that support critical missions • See your process improvements directly impact production performance • Collaborate with experienced professionals across engineering and manufacturing • Build expertise in advanced manufacturing and production optimization • Opportunities to grow your skills in a dynamic, evolving environment Company Mission & Program Overview At Lockheed Martin, the mission is to keep people safe and solve complex global challenges through innovation and engineering excellence. In this role, you’ll support space and defense programs by helping scale manufacturing processes from early development to full-rate production—ensuring reliability, efficiency, and quality at every stage. Why LM • A culture focused on innovation, integrity, and responsibility • Opportunities for career growth across diverse programs and technologies • Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work schedules • A workplace that values collaboration, inclusion, and continuous learning Candidates must meet all requirements listed : • Experience supporting production or manufacturing operations • Experience working in a machine shop environment • Experience participating in or supporting design reviews • Ability to obtain a government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required) • Ability to work at a facility that requires special access These skills are not required but will strengthen your candidacy : • Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and work measurement methods • Experience in high-mix/low-volume or high-mix/high-volume production settings • Familiarity with machining processes, equipment, and methodologies • Experience creating manufacturing work instructions or production processes • Ability to read and interpret G-code • Experience using SAP or similar enterprise systems • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools • Experience with Creo or similar design software • Strong communication and teamwork skills • Active Top Secret clearance 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. Other Important Information 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 Schedule Information 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. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $81,600 - $143,865. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (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. This position is incentive plan eligible. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $93,800 - $162,610. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.

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