Mechanical Engineer Sr - Tooling Acquisition

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Camden
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

You will be a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in tooling acquisition and installation for our Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) program. Our team is responsible for designing and improving manufacturing processes to make production more reliable, efficient, and cost-effective, and providing engineering support to the production floor. What You Will Be Doing • Development of tooling and equipment designs from engineering hardware specifications and culminating in complete technical data packages fully defining the tooling / equipment and allowing fabrication of detailed components and assembly of the end item. • Design / documentation efforts to be accomplished IAW company standards utilizing CREO / SolidWorks. • Develop Statement-of-Work (SOW) documents to fully realize manufacturing requirements. • Oversee design reviews at all stages of tooling development (PDR, CDR, and FDR). • Manage tooling installations while adhering to defined project timelines. • Provide engineering support to the production floor for issues that may surface in normal day to day integration processes by analyzing and using problem solving skills in a team environment in accordance with production rate requirements. • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve production issues. • Developing and implementing manufacturing processes and systems. Why Join Us We're looking for a talented Mechanical Engineer who is passionate about improving production processes and adopting new technologies. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment, with a team that values safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. If you have a strong background in mechanical manufacturing, excellent problem-solving skills, and experience with CAD systems, we want to hear from you. Join our team and help us drive production excellence in a beautiful and natural setting. 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. Further Information About This Opportunity: This position is in Camden. Discover more about our Camden, Arkansas location. 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 • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with a minimum of 6-8 years of exp • Ability to obtain DoD Secret Clearance, therefore, U.S. Citizenship is required. • Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings. • The ability to translate technical drawings and specifications into practical manufacturing instructions is essential. • Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). • Knowledgeable of machine / tool mechanical design. • Experience with machine/tooling/equipment setup, troubleshooting, and proofing. • Knowledgeable of general manufacturing / integration processes. • Competent with mechanical manufacturing and mechanical assembly. Desired skills • Experience working in a manufacturing facility. • Experience with manufacturing tooling and equipment. • Proficient with MS Office suite. • Proficiency or experience with AutoCAD, CREO, or SolidWorks. • Knowledgeable of hydraulic and pneumatic systems/equipment used in a Manufacturing Environment. • General machining (CNC and manual) experience • Knowledgeable of engineering materials. • Process line layout experience. • Experience reviewing designs and promoting design for manufacturability. • TAR development in SAP to establish requirements and funding for tooling. • Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, including team building, collaboration, and developing enduring business relationships throughout all levels of the organization. • Ability to identify and solve complex issues. • Competent with bill of materials (BoMs) and Indentured Parts Lists (IPL). 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. 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. Ability to work remotely Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. 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. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. 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 $85,500 - $150,765. 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. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $98,300 - $170,315. 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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