Skunk Works Manufacturing Pre-Planning Engineer Staff
Lockheed Martin
Job ID: 686142BR Date posted: Feb. 05, 2025
Description:Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, home of the world-renowned Skunk Works®, turns visionary aircraft into reality and is known for building the finest military aircraft in the world. This recognition is continually earned through our commitment to relentless research and development of high-performance aircraft, continuously seeking innovative, low-cost design and manufacturing strategies, and delivering operational readiness for our customers' missions to ensure continued relevancy for the life cycle of our products.
In this role, you will immediately impact the business with your ingenuity, creativity, and ideas that will be the catalyst for future business. If you are craving an opportunity where you are invited to be passionate, push the envelope, and think outside of the box, this opportunity with our Skunk Works may be just for you. We ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready.
As a Manufacturing Pre-Planning Engineer in Skunk Works®, you will play a critical role as liaison between our design engineering teams and the elite women and men responsible for building tomorrow’s future in an advanced manufacturing and technology facility. You will have deep experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and will leverage it to develop, shape, and document processes for manufacturing pre-planning standard work. You will also mentor earlier career engineers on the discipline. We work cross functionally and engage other organizations as needed to support our common program goals.
This position is in Marietta, GA.
This role may require infrequent travel, extended hours, and possible weekend/off-hour support. We work full time on site. Our team supports programs that may require additional special access in addition to a DoD Secret clearance. This is required prior to start.
Key duties for this position include:
• Develop / serve as subject matter expert across Manufacturing Engineering Planning
• Interface and support day to day activities for represented manufacturing planners
• Lead development of manufacturing work instructions
• Create and administer manufacturing plans (ERP4C, Solumina, Apriso, TeamCenter, SFM and SAP) for make and buy parts, material masters and planning tracking mechanisms
• Serve as POC for troubleshooting of system integration issues across ERP/SAP/PLM/MES by coordinating across multiple organizations and disciplines
• Support shop floor activities and incorporate feedback from mechanics to improve the accuracy of digital work instructions
• Create Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM) and conduct reconciliation tasks
• Interface with shop floor personnel to help resolve build issues and implement process improvements to increase efficiency
What’s In It For You:
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience with Manufacturing Planning
• Experience with a combination of the following: manufacturing processes and procedures including fabrication, assembly, metallic machining, coatings, electrical, composites, bonded assemblies &/or installations
• Experience in a manufacturing environment working cross functionally with other disciplines including industrial engineering, scheduling, Quality Assurance or production engineering
• Experience with Aero/Space sector
• Active DoD Clearance with an Investigation within the last 5 years AND the ability to obtain and maintain special program access per business requirements.
Desired Skills:
• 8+ years of experience
• LM Aero Manufacturing Planning experience
• 3D Modeling experience in 3DX / CATIA V5/V6
• Experience with DELMIA Apriso and / or iBASEt Solumina
• Experience with program start-ups with Manufacturing / Assembly / Production processes
• Technical writing experience
• Project management experience
• Atlassian Confluence and JIRA experience
• Experience with iBASEt, MRP systems, SAP, &/or other Manufacturing Execution System (MES) application
• Demonstrated interpersonal and collaboration skills required in a team environment
• Working knowledge of one or more organizations including: Operations, IT, Planning, Production Control, ERP, MRP, Quality or systems integration
• Experience with planning functions including Computer Aided Production Planning (CAPP) and Shop Order Maintenance (SOM)
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills in vehicle systems manufacturing and test
• Experience Root Cause and Corrective Action, and FMEA
• Ability to effectively present technical information to non-technical people
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Yes
Career Area: Miscellaneous Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
Description:Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, home of the world-renowned Skunk Works®, turns visionary aircraft into reality and is known for building the finest military aircraft in the world. This recognition is continually earned through our commitment to relentless research and development of high-performance aircraft, continuously seeking innovative, low-cost design and manufacturing strategies, and delivering operational readiness for our customers' missions to ensure continued relevancy for the life cycle of our products.
In this role, you will immediately impact the business with your ingenuity, creativity, and ideas that will be the catalyst for future business. If you are craving an opportunity where you are invited to be passionate, push the envelope, and think outside of the box, this opportunity with our Skunk Works may be just for you. We ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready.
As a Manufacturing Pre-Planning Engineer in Skunk Works®, you will play a critical role as liaison between our design engineering teams and the elite women and men responsible for building tomorrow’s future in an advanced manufacturing and technology facility. You will have deep experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and will leverage it to develop, shape, and document processes for manufacturing pre-planning standard work. You will also mentor earlier career engineers on the discipline. We work cross functionally and engage other organizations as needed to support our common program goals.
This position is in Marietta, GA.
This role may require infrequent travel, extended hours, and possible weekend/off-hour support. We work full time on site. Our team supports programs that may require additional special access in addition to a DoD Secret clearance. This is required prior to start.
Key duties for this position include:
• Develop / serve as subject matter expert across Manufacturing Engineering Planning
• Interface and support day to day activities for represented manufacturing planners
• Lead development of manufacturing work instructions
• Create and administer manufacturing plans (ERP4C, Solumina, Apriso, TeamCenter, SFM and SAP) for make and buy parts, material masters and planning tracking mechanisms
• Serve as POC for troubleshooting of system integration issues across ERP/SAP/PLM/MES by coordinating across multiple organizations and disciplines
• Support shop floor activities and incorporate feedback from mechanics to improve the accuracy of digital work instructions
• Create Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM) and conduct reconciliation tasks
• Interface with shop floor personnel to help resolve build issues and implement process improvements to increase efficiency
What’s In It For You:
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience with Manufacturing Planning
• Experience with a combination of the following: manufacturing processes and procedures including fabrication, assembly, metallic machining, coatings, electrical, composites, bonded assemblies &/or installations
• Experience in a manufacturing environment working cross functionally with other disciplines including industrial engineering, scheduling, Quality Assurance or production engineering
• Experience with Aero/Space sector
• Active DoD Clearance with an Investigation within the last 5 years AND the ability to obtain and maintain special program access per business requirements.
Desired Skills:
• 8+ years of experience
• LM Aero Manufacturing Planning experience
• 3D Modeling experience in 3DX / CATIA V5/V6
• Experience with DELMIA Apriso and / or iBASEt Solumina
• Experience with program start-ups with Manufacturing / Assembly / Production processes
• Technical writing experience
• Project management experience
• Atlassian Confluence and JIRA experience
• Experience with iBASEt, MRP systems, SAP, &/or other Manufacturing Execution System (MES) application
• Demonstrated interpersonal and collaboration skills required in a team environment
• Working knowledge of one or more organizations including: Operations, IT, Planning, Production Control, ERP, MRP, Quality or systems integration
• Experience with planning functions including Computer Aided Production Planning (CAPP) and Shop Order Maintenance (SOM)
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills in vehicle systems manufacturing and test
• Experience Root Cause and Corrective Action, and FMEA
• Ability to effectively present technical information to non-technical people
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Yes
Career Area: Miscellaneous Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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