Job ID: 711936BR Date posted: Nov. 28, 2025
Description:Ready to revolutionize space production? Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a talented Industrial Engineer to join our innovative production team. If you thrive in fast-paced, data-driven environments and have a passion for process improvement, this is your chance to make an impact that reaches beyond Earth.

Company Mission & Program Overview
At Lockheed Martin Space, we redefine what’s possible in space exploration. Our Industrial Engineering team drives breakthrough capabilities in production systems, leveraging data analytics, simulation, and process improvement to deliver next-generation spaceflight solutions. Join us and help transform the way spacecraft are designed, built, and launched.

Role Overview
As a Mid-Career Industrial Engineer, you will:
• Lead and contribute to projects that optimize manufacturing processes, reduce waste, and improve human factors.
• Apply advanced analytics and simulation tools to shape production strategies and drive decision-making.
• Collaborate across engineering, production, and program teams to ensure manufacturing excellence from concept to delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers and influence the growth of a high-performing team.
This role is perfect for problem-solvers who enjoy combining technology, data, and creativity to deliver measurable results.

Key Duties & Responsibilities
• Analyze and optimize production processes, workflows, and facility layouts to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with facilities engineers to plan new production lines and factories.
• Support Manufacturing Engineers in establishing standards and monitoring performance against targets.
• Develop discrete-event simulations to identify resource constraints, workflow bottlenecks, and optimal schedules.
• Interrogate data systems to surface problems and provide actionable, data-driven solutions.
• Lead process improvement initiatives and ensure successful implementation and sustainment.
• Engage directly with production teams to understand operations and deliver tailored solutions.
• Support occasional weekend or off-hour schedules as needed.
• Partner across functional groups to align priorities and maximize program impact.

Work Environment
• Fast-paced, collaborative, and innovation-driven.
• Hands-on engagement across the shop floor and production lifecycle.
• Access to the latest tools in PLM, MRP, MES, Data Analytics, and Data Visualization.
• Opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and cross-functional impact.

Why Join Us?
At Lockheed Martin Space, your work directly contributes to pushing the boundaries of space exploration. You’ll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement—and you’ll see the tangible impact of your efforts in every spacecraft we build.
Basic Qualifications:
• Industrial Engineering experience in a production environment.
• Project management experience, including planning, tracking, and reporting.
• Experience developing metrics and analyzing cost, schedule, and performance data.
• Skilled in production forecasting, scheduling, and staffing plans.
• Experience with discrete-event simulation of production processes.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Secret clearance.
Desired Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Industrial Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience launching and scaling new production lines or factories.
• Leadership experience with high-performing teams; ability to manage and resolve conflict.
• Familiarity with SAP, Apriso, VECAMS, Tableau, Simio, or similar software.
• Experience executing ramp plans to increase production rates while maintaining quality and efficiency.
• Exceptional communication skills, including briefings to leadership and collaboration with operations teams.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVMS) concepts: SPI, CPI, S-Curves.
• Active Secret clearance preferred.
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: 9x80 every other Friday off
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: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First