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Manufacturing Test Engineer - Junior Level

Greenville, South Carolina

Greenville, South Carolina

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Job ID: 667042BR Date posted: May. 22, 2024
Description:Manufacturing Test Engineer - Junior Level

Location: Greenville SC

What You Will Be Doing
Join our F-16 Production Engineering Team in Greenville, SC, as a Manufacturing Test Engineer (MTE). In this pivotal role, you'll ensure the functionality and reliability of the F-16 fighter jet through meticulous testing and troubleshooting. You will develop Manufacturing Test Procedures (MTPs) from engineering releases, troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, avionics, and systems integration issues, and collaborate with Systems and Design Engineering teams to verify engineering requirements during functional tests.

Key Responsibilities
- Create and implement detailed Manufacturing Test Procedures (MTPs) from engineering releases.

- Provide expert troubleshooting for mechanical, electrical, avionics, and systems integration issues.

- Work with Systems and Design Engineering teams to verify and validate engineering requirements during testing.

- Enhance testing methodologies to improve production efficiency and reliability of the F-16 fighter jet.

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.

Who You Are
You are a passionate and skilled engineer with a strong background in manufacturing test engineering, especially in the aerospace industry. You excel at troubleshooting complex systems and have a keen eye for detail. A proactive team player, you communicate effectively and collaborate well with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth production processes. Your innovative mindset drives you to continuously improve efficiency and reliability. If you are eager to contribute to the legacy of the F-16 and make a significant impact in aviation, we encourage you to apply.

Our Commitment to DEI
We Hear You, We See You. At LM Aeronautics, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse-thinkers like you! At LM Aeronautics, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.

Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global DEI.

At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we're taking innovation to the next level. From designing the most advanced air vehicle to designing aircraft that defies gravity, our engineers live on the cutting edge of technology.

Greenville, SC
This position is in Greenville, SC Discover Greenville.

Candidate must be willing to work odd shifts and rotate weekends to support F-16 production as needed. Split shift (11 am - 9 pm) as required by business needs.
Basic Qualifications:
• Mechanical experience.
• Experience with troubleshooting mechanical/avionics systems.
• 5 years related experience.
• Experience working with hydraulic, fuel, landing gear, jet fuel starter, or engine systems (mechanical).
Desired Skills:
• Bachelors Degree or 5+ years of mechanical aviation experience.
• F-16 mechanical experience.
• Yellow / Green Belt – Lean.
• Experience developing work instructions / test documents.
• Prior service or field experience a bonus.
• Experience with systems engineering and production operations to quantify, validate, and coordinate requirements.
• Software programming.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with FAC Test, Electrical, Flight Controls and Instrument Systems.
• Experience working with Avionics / Displays, JHMCS, EW / CM, RADAR, and PMD / Mission Planning.
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: 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.
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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Test Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: Multiple shifts available
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About

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Mission-Focused Innovation: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can solve the world's most complex challenges for our customers.

Foundational Values: Our culture of performance excellence, ethics, teamwork and inclusion is embedded in everything we do.

Diverse Career Opportunities with Meaningful Work: Grow your career and skills for life. Our technology-driven learning platforms and programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities and our planet.

Commitment to Sustainability: We foster innovation, integrity and security to preserve the environment, strengthen diverse communities and propel growth.

Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

  • Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
  • Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
  • Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions

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Qualifications

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  • Collaborative

    There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.

  • Curious

    The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.

  • Goal-oriented

    From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.

  • Proactive

    The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.

  • Problem Solver

    You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.

  • Strategic

    You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.

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“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”

Ryan J., Enterprise Operations

Benefits

  • Healthcare

    Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.

  • 401(k)/Retirement Plans

    Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.

  • Professional Development

    We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.

  • Maternity and Paternity Leave

    Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.

  • Paid Time Off

    We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.

  • Flex-time

    Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.

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