Manufacturing Engineer Sr
Lockheed Martin · Orlando, FL
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $85k–$158k
- Degree
- Required
- Certification
- Black Belt preferred
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 29 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Lockheed Martin (aerospace & defense) in Orlando, FL. Cost‑effective hardware that satisfies warfighter requirements and advances the effort from development through low‑rate and full‑rate production.
- They ask for
- degree required · Black Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Black Belt, GD&T, Automation, Machining
- Base pay
- $85k–$158k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
- Openings
- 3 with this title at this site
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Florida: typical posted base $71k–$131k. This one lists $85k–$158k.
Median of the low and high ends of 27 live postings that list pay, out of 92 manufacturing engineer openings in Florida, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Florida plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 91 other live manufacturing postings in Florida.
- Base pay
- About 21% above similar roles
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $71k–$131k, from 26 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 43%
- ✓ Tooling 42%
- Root cause 32%
- ✓ Machining 30%
- ✓ Six Sigma 29%
- New product launch 29%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Black Belt, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Lockheed Martin
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
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This plant: Lockheed Martin in Orlando
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Manufacturing Engineer Sr at Lockheed Martin in other locations
Lockheed Martin lists this title in 5 places. Pick the plant you can get to.
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- Ocala, FL · $85k–$158k
Full description from Lockheed MartinAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
What You Will Be Doing
As the Manufacturing Engineer Sr you will be responsible for converting early‑stage designs into producible, cost‑effective hardware that satisfies warfighter
requirements
and advances the effort from development through low‑rate and full‑rate production.
Your
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Manufacturing, Systems, or a related engineering discipline).
- ✓Manufacturing‑engineering experience in an aerospace/defense environment, including hands‑on shop‑floor work; preferably in new‑product‑development that advances designs from development into production.
- ✓Experience authoring, revising, and maintaining work instructions and manufacturing plans.
- ✓Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex technical data to non‑technical audiences and influence senior leaders.
- ✓Proven DFM/DFC experience and strong knowledge of machining, assembly, electrical integration, and process development.
- ✓Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, build cross‑functional teams, and deliver results in fast‑paced settings.
- ✓Willingness to travel to MFC sites, supplier facilities, and other LM locations (~50 % of time).
- ✓Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance, therefore must be a US Citizen
responsibilities
of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- ◆Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- ◆For (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.
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Standard Job Description
You will be a Manufacturing Engineer Sr for the Manufacturing Engineering team. Our team is responsible for delivering advanced missile and fire‑control systems.
will include, but are not limited to
- •Partner with design, engineering, and production to transition new products and processes into manufacturing, reducing risk and schedule impact.
- •Lead early‑production readiness activities and provide real‑time feedback during assembly and flight‑test preparation.
- •Develop and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and Manufacturing Readiness Level artifacts.
- •Conduct cost‑reduction and affordability analyses and present concise briefs to Integrated Product Team meetings.
- •Mentor junior engineering staff and drive cross‑functional communication with program stakeholders.
Why Join Us
You will have high‑visibility impact on a next‑generation tactical missile, work side‑by‑side with senior government customers and LM leadership, lead the integration of breakthrough manufacturing technologies, and grow as a recognized technical leader within MFC. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic
Desired Skills
- +Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt (certification preferred).
- +Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
- +Experience with SAP MRP or a comparable production‑control system.
- +Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVMS) concepts.
- +Experience with Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRL).
- +Background in mechanical‑assembly, tooling, factory layout, and flow optimization.
- +Exposure to additive manufacturing, high‑speed machining, or automation.
- +Experience leading Design‑for‑Manufacturing events, trade studies, or workshops.
- +Design Experience using CREO or other CAD programs.
- +Aerospace/Defense/Aviation experience
Pay Information
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.