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Job ID: 713099BR
Date posted: Dec. 16, 2025
Description:Develops planning and work instructions defining the sequence of fabrication, assembly, installation, and other manufacturing operations for components and assemblies. Produces detailed work instructions defining production operations utilizing information from blueprints, specifications, engineering orders, change notices, and other engineering releases. Reads/interprets component and assembly blueprint geometric dimensioning and tolerancing for use in defining manufacturing methods and requirements. Determines the need for tooling and makes recommendations for the design and planning of required tools. Prepares shop work orders for materials and product processing and coordinates with schedulers to ensure that items are being processed according to specifications and time requirements. Coordinates with manufacturing, engineering, quality, program and site PP&C stakeholders to provide shop floor control on make parts. Utilizes CAD tools to generate visual aids for manufacturing work instructions.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience with creating and defining work instructions for manufacturing processes.
Experience with reading/interpreting engineering blueprints, tool designs, and process specifications.
Proficient in the use of basic Microsoft Office tools.
Desired Skills:
Experience with manufacturing processes such as fabrication, machining, plating, painting and assembly of components.
Additional applicable specialized technical training or currently enrolled in an Engineering/Technical degree program or completed Engineering degree.
Understanding of GD&T as applied to Engineering drawings with evidence of training or certification preferred.
Working knowledge of Lean and Flow Manufacturing concepts.
CAD Software proficiency, preferably Solidworks, AutoCAD, Catia and Draftsight.
Aerospace or Medical Industry Background.
Experience using MES/MRP Software.
Direct experience with SOLUMINA, MTO, QADS, PIOS.
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: 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 Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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.
Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Program Planning
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First