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Manufacturing and Process Engineer (Missile Assembly)

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Troy, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/24/2026
Job Description

You will be the Manufacturing and Process Engineer (Missile Assembly) for the Pike County Operations (PCO). Our team is responsible for creating high-tech solutions in advanced missile manufacturing to meet the next-generation warfighter needs.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Manufacturing and Process Engineer (Missile Assembly) you will be responsible for solving technical issues on the production shop floor, improving processes, integrating new technologies, and developing digital tools that boost productivity.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Providing hands-on shop-floor support to resolve technical and manufacturing issues.
  • Analyzing engineering data to create new manufacturing processes and detailed work instructions.
  • Integrating new assets and technologies into the factory.
  • Supporting continuous-improvement initiatives that drive quality and cost enhancements.
  • Mentoring early-career engineers and fostering a culture of technical growth.

Why Join Us

We are looking for a collaborative, innovative engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and partnering with cross-functional teams. This role offers the chance to work in a state-of-the-art facility, shape next-generation weapons systems, and make a lasting impact on mission success.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Troy. Discover more about our Troy, Alabama location.

The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Basic Qualifications

Degree from an accredited college in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline at the Bachelor level or above and 2 years professional experience; or 6 years of related professional experience.

Knowledgeable of General Manufacturing Processes with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Able to demonstrate a high level of mechanical hands-on abilities to perform or assist in missile assembly and test along with repairing nonoperating tools and equipment.

Lockheed Martin will assist selected candidate with obtaining at least an Interim Secret Clearance prior to starting.

Additionally, the candidate must be able to pass a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives ("ATF") background check to obtain approval to be an "employee possessor" (of explosives or other ATF-regulated items) as defined by ATF regulations. Failure to obtain and retain employee possessor status may result in revocation of an offer and loss of employment

Desired Skills

Ability to (1) read and interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications / schematics; (2) understand basic Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) references; (3) develop Lean System Manufacturing Processes that comply with government regulations, engineering requirements and company procedures; (4) create and maintain manufacturing operator work instructions.

Working knowledge / experience of manufacturing mechanical assembly processes, electronic testing methods, factory automation equipment, industrial safety processes, technical writing, and teaming.

Familiarity with manufacturing software DELMIA Apriso Manufacturing Execution System (MES), PTC Creo CAD, Windchill PLM with MPMLink and Systems Applications & Products (SAP) Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tools.

EEO

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.



  • Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

    As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.

    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.

    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.

    National Pay Statement

    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 $67,000 - $117,990. 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.

    Premium Pay Statement

    Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $77,000 - $133,400. 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.

    Salary : $67,000 - $117,990

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