Based on role, team and experience duties may include: -Design and develop advanced manufacturing, weapons, and nuclear systems -Conduct analysis and simulation of systems -Collaborate with cross ...
Based on role, team and experience duties may include: -Design and develop advanced manufacturing, weapons, and nuclear systems -Conduct analysis and simulation of systems -Collaborate with cross ...
Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Roadrunner-Ashville,Ohio
Clarksburg, OH · On-site
$191K/yr
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, today announced it has selected Columbus, Ohio as the location of Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing ...
Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Roadrunner-Ashville,Ohio
Clarksburg, OH · On-site
$191K/yr
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, today announced it has selected Columbus, Ohio as the location of Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing ...
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, is building Arsenal-1, its first hyper-scale manufacturing facility, just south of Columbus, Ohio in Pickaway County.
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, is building Arsenal-1, its first hyper-scale manufacturing facility, just south of Columbus, Ohio in Pickaway County.
Acceptance Test Procedure Technician, Roadrunner
$20 - $27.50/hr
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, is building Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing facility, just south of Columbus, Ohio in Pickaway County.
Acceptance Test Procedure Technician, Roadrunner
$20 - $27.50/hr
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, is building Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing facility, just south of Columbus, Ohio in Pickaway County.
Lead Production Technician
$17.25 - $23.50/hr
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, is building Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing facility, just south of Columbus, Ohio in Pickaway County.
Lead Production Technician
$17.25 - $23.50/hr
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, is building Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing facility, just south of Columbus, Ohio in Pickaway County.
Production Technician, Launch Team
$15.75 - $19.75/hr
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, today announced it has selected Columbus, Ohio as the location of Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing ...
Production Technician, Launch Team
$15.75 - $19.75/hr
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, today announced it has selected Columbus, Ohio as the location of Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing ...
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, today announced it has selected Columbus, Ohio as the location of Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing ...
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, today announced it has selected Columbus, Ohio as the location of Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing ...
Assembly Technician, Launch Team
$16 - $20/hr
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, today announced it has selected Columbus, Ohio as the location of Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing ...
Assembly Technician, Launch Team
$16 - $20/hr
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, today announced it has selected Columbus, Ohio as the location of Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing ...
Manufacturing Engineer
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
H-47, V-22, F-35, F-15, F-16, F-18, KC-135, E-2, and weapon systems such as Harpoon and SLAM-ER. Kemco Aerospace is part of the Crestview Aerospace family which is comprised of two (2) manufacturing ...
Manufacturing Engineer
Saint Louis, MO · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
H-47, V-22, F-35, F-15, F-16, F-18, KC-135, E-2, and weapon systems such as Harpoon and SLAM-ER. Kemco Aerospace is part of the Crestview Aerospace family which is comprised of two (2) manufacturing ...
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, is building Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing facility, just south of Columbus, Ohio in Pickaway County.
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, is building Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing facility, just south of Columbus, Ohio in Pickaway County.
Weapons Data Analyst
Los Alamos, NM · On-site
The Weapons Engineering Tritium Facility (WETF), and a high-pressure gas transfer system ... The qualified candidate will provide data support to manufacturing and engineering, helping to ...
Weapons Data Analyst
Los Alamos, NM · On-site
The Weapons Engineering Tritium Facility (WETF), and a high-pressure gas transfer system ... The qualified candidate will provide data support to manufacturing and engineering, helping to ...
Weapons Data Analyst
Los Alamos, NM · On-site
The Weapons Engineering Tritium Facility (WETF), and a high-pressure gas transfer system ... The qualified candidate will provide data support to manufacturing and engineering, helping to ...
Weapons Data Analyst
Los Alamos, NM · On-site
The Weapons Engineering Tritium Facility (WETF), and a high-pressure gas transfer system ... The qualified candidate will provide data support to manufacturing and engineering, helping to ...
Production Technician
$28 - $37/hr
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, is building Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing facility, just south of Columbus, Ohio in Pickaway County.
Production Technician
$28 - $37/hr
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, is building Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing facility, just south of Columbus, Ohio in Pickaway County.
Weapons Integration Engineer (Multiple Levels)
Torrance, CA · On-site
$108K - $146K/yr
... manufacturing teams to deliver mission-ready solutions. * Weapons Integration Engineer * Sr. ... Weapons Integration Engineer * Weapons Integration Engineer, Mission Systems * Weapons Integration ...
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Weapons Integration Engineer (Multiple Levels)
Torrance, CA · On-site
$108K - $146K/yr
... manufacturing teams to deliver mission-ready solutions. * Weapons Integration Engineer * Sr. ... Weapons Integration Engineer * Weapons Integration Engineer, Mission Systems * Weapons Integration ...
Manufacturing Engineer
Orlando, FL · On-site
$68K - $87K/yr
You will be the Program Manufacturing Engineer supporting Air-Launched Rapid Response Weapon (ARRW) operations. Our team is responsible for creating and improving manufacturing strategies for complex ...
Manufacturing Engineer
Orlando, FL · On-site
$68K - $87K/yr
You will be the Program Manufacturing Engineer supporting Air-Launched Rapid Response Weapon (ARRW) operations. Our team is responsible for creating and improving manufacturing strategies for complex ...
Manufacturing Engineer
$68K - $87K/yr
You will be the Program Manufacturing Engineer supporting Air-Launched Rapid Response Weapon (ARRW) operations. Our team is responsible for creating and improving manufacturing strategies for complex ...
Manufacturing Engineer
$68K - $87K/yr
You will be the Program Manufacturing Engineer supporting Air-Launched Rapid Response Weapon (ARRW) operations. Our team is responsible for creating and improving manufacturing strategies for complex ...
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, is building Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing facility, just south of Columbus, Ohio in Pickaway County.
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, is building Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing facility, just south of Columbus, Ohio in Pickaway County.
Deputy Head of Production, Roadrunner
Ashville, OH · On-site
$106K/yr
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, is building Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing facility, just south of Columbus, Ohio in Pickaway County.
Deputy Head of Production, Roadrunner
Ashville, OH · On-site
$106K/yr
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, is building Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing facility, just south of Columbus, Ohio in Pickaway County.
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, today announced it has selected Columbus, Ohio as the location of Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing ...
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, today announced it has selected Columbus, Ohio as the location of Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing ...
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, today announced it has selected Columbus, Ohio as the location of Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing ...
ABOUT THE SITE Anduril, a leader in autonomous systems and weapons manufacturing, today announced it has selected Columbus, Ohio as the location of Arsenal-1, its first hyperscale manufacturing ...
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| Required Credentials | Technical certifications, manufacturing training | Gun repair and customization certifications |
| Work Environment | Factories, assembly lines, industrial settings | Gun shops, repair facilities, custom shops |
| Industry Usage | Mass production of firearms and military equipment | Custom firearm repair, modification, and restoration |
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 28 days ago
Lockheed Martin rating
8.2
Based on 387 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
30th of 60 rated aerospace companies
Job description
Performs in a collaborative environment to develop and implement manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, fabrication, and material handling. Drives adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement. Creates and analyzes 3D based model data environment to optimize manufacturing process and digital work instructions. Leverages understanding of materials and automatic processes to define operations procedures and build sequences to drive operational excellence. Evaluates performance (including IoT devices, etc.) of equipment and tools to verify their efficiency and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure operational excellence. Leverages factory data to develop statistical process control approaches and integrates reporting and data analytics solutions for continuous improvement. Provides input to product design regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
Job Description
Attention: Applying to this Expression of Interest (EOI) introduces you to Lockheed Martin's job opportunities. We will review your background, skills, and interests to identify roles that match the skill sets aligned with this opportunity requisition.
* Not a direct hire - Submitting an EOI does not guarantee a position on this specific requisition.
* Open across Business Areas and locations - Opportunities may exist in any Lockheed Martin Business Area and are not limited to a particular geographic region.
* Additional requirements - Individual positions may have further qualifications, clearances, or location-specific criteria that will be considered during the application process.
Are you interested in a career building the military hardware of the future with the nation's top defense contractors? Lockheed Martin is seeking transitioning military members and veterans to join our manufacturing teams throughout the country.
Manufacturing positions are ideal for members of the military community with technical aptitude and an interest in high tech manufacturing.
Expression of interest in this opportunity introduces you to manufacturing positions across the country with teams build hardware including aircraft, ships, missile systems and satellites.
Based on role, team and experience duties may include:
-Design and develop advanced manufacturing, weapons, and nuclear systems
-Conduct analysis and simulation of systems
-Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize project requirements
-Develop and implement testing and validation plans
-Conduct safety and risk assessments
-Develop and maintain technical documentation
-Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams
-Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field
Candidates may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
For more information regarding benefits you could enjoy, please reference: https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/careers/why-lm/LM_Benefits.html
Desired skills
Ability to pass a background screening.
Nuclear (weapons Analyst, Operations Tech, Engineer & Quality) Desired skills :
• Nuclear and Natural Space Radiation environments
• US Air Force Weapon Systems Programs
• US Strategic Missile Weapons Systems
Weapons (Armament, Munitions, Missiles, Demolition and Explosives)
Desired Skills
• Knowledge of missile structures and assemblies.
• Demonstrated ability to perform in a team environment
• Ability to obtain and retain Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA&E) certification
Navy Nuclear Power Program : ETN, MMN, ETN, 121x, 122x
-Navy Combat Systems: FCA, IC, STG, etc.
-Army:12A, 89D,
-Air Force: 62E, 21M, 13N
-Marines:2110
-Space Force: 13S, 62E
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.
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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.
Colorado 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 $54,900 - $96,830. 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 $63,200 - $109,365. 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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As a global security and aerospace company, the majority of Lockheed Martin's business is with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. federal government agencies.The remaining portion of Lockheed Martin's business is comprised of international government and commercial sales of products, services and platforms.
Industry
Manufacturing
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Bethesda, MD, US
Year founded
1912