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Job ID: 727540BR Date posted: May. 18, 2026
Description:You will be the THAAD Rate Ramp Execution Manufacturing Engineering Manager for the Rate Ramp Execution & Tool Engineering team. Our team is responsible for driving accelerated production, tooling strategy, and manufacturing engineering activities for the THAAD missile program.
**What You Will Be Doing**
As the THAAD Rate Ramp Execution Manufacturing Engineering Manager you will be responsible for leading the rate‑ramp execution and tool engineering effort that enables the THAAD program to meet its aggressive production schedule.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead the rate‑ramp execution and tool engineering team to meet accelerated THAAD production schedules.
- Develop and manage make/buy and make‑where decisions, capacity planning, and tooling strategies.
- Oversee proposals, forecasting, and acquisition of tooling and manufacturing resources.
- Coordinate cross‑functional efforts with Production, Supply Chain, Quality, Program Management, Systems Engineering, and Customer stakeholders.
- Establish data‑driven processes, metrics, and continuous‑improvement initiatives for manufacturing engineering.
**Why Join Us**
We are looking for a forward‑thinking leader who thrives on turning complex engineering challenges into reliable, warfighter‑ready solutions. This role offers high visibility, direct impact on a critical national‑defense program, and the opportunity to shape the future of missile manufacturing.
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]( https://lmt.co/OneLM-JobDescription-Benefits){:target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"}
**Further Information About This Opportunity**
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MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelors or higher degree in technical discipline (manufacturing engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to work strategically, develop actionable project plans, and manage that strategy to completion.
• Prior experience with foundational ME responsibilities (ie process plan creation/maintenance, MBOM management, design reviews, etc)
• Experience with tooling lifecyles and processes (ie tool design, design review, procurement, funding, etc)
• Experience in program scaling or ramp efforts
• Experience in design for manufacturing / assembly or design to cost
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and have the ability to obtain a security clearance
• Demonstrated effective communication skills including verbal, listening, technical writing and presentations
• Ability to liaison between Production Operations, Manufacturing Sites, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, etc.
• Ability to build positive relationships with the customers
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve technical/process issues varying from basic to very complex
• Proficient in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)
• Ability to travel domestic and/or international
Desired Skills:
• Experience with design for automation & automation of manufacturing processes
• Knowledge & experience of additive manufacturing processes, materials, & application
• Experience with model based engineering
• Experience in Computer Aided Design (CAD) software
• Proposals / estimating and earned value management
• Experience with leading teams
• Experience working with government customers
• Experience with configuration management, digital work instructions, and model-based engineering environments.
• Knowledge of Windchill PLM
• Knowledge of the SAP MRP production control system
• Lean / Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification (or equivalent)
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to non-technical colleagues
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First