34 jobs found in Palmdale

Description: Perform various shop tasks in the support of both the manufacturing of machined parts and sheet metal fabrication; accomplishes the final finishing, fitting, and assembling of machined parts, where it is required to exercise a knowledge of applicable machine shop practices and procedure; sets up completely and operates equipment in the fabrication of sheet, formed and extruded parts. Performs such finishing operations as descaling, deburring, buffing, polishing, texturing material and parts to specified finishes, and checks parts for conformance to specifications. Performs rework to the level of difficulty of the operations described above. Assisting operators, machinists, or others in making and breaking down setups. Under close observation and proximity of more experienced personnel such as machinist or senior operator, operates machine tools after setups are made to perform simple operations for the purpose of learning said operations, or to relieve the...

Description: Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, home of the world-renowned Skunk Works®, turns visionary aircraft into reality and is known for building the finest military aircraft in the world. This recognition is continually earned through our commitment to relentless research and development of high-performance aircraft, continuously seeking innovative, low-cost design and manufacturing strategies, and delivering operational readiness for our customers' missions to ensure continued relevancy for the life cycle of our products. Selected individual will become part of the Production Control Support Services team in Palmdale. Candidate will join a select group of individuals who are responsible for providing Production Control support to numerous Palmdale programs. Individual will be responsible for implementing material flow strategies for consumables, durable & perishable tools in support of legacy and new ADP programs. Individual must be a self starter, posses...

Description: Flight Line Operations Supervisor- Palmdale, CA The Flight Line Operations Supervisor provides hands‑on, independent leadership for all flight‑line activities that ensure the U‑2 “Dragon Lady” is mission‑ready. Working the second shift with limited on‑site support, the supervisor must be self‑sufficient and decisive, coordinating mechanical and systems‑integration functions, conducting rigorous pre‑flight inspections, and overseeing flight‑test execution to maintain aircraft readiness and support sortie operations. What You’ll Be Doing Supervise Flight‑Line Work – Direct teams performing mechanical and systems‑integration tasks, ensuring compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and mission timelines. Launch & Recovery Operations – Plan, coordinate, and execute aircraft launch and recovery procedures for sortie missions, confirming that all ground‑support equipment and personnel are ready and verified. Flight & Pre‑Flight Oversight –...

Description: Who We Are This exciting position is with our historic Skunk Works program. Skunk Works is an integral part of Lockheed's Aeronautics business area responsible for advanced systems development including conceptual design and rapid prototyping of clean sheet solutions and improvements and derivatives to existing systems. The ideal skunk is an agile, multi-faceted teammate who loves to solve our customer's most difficult challenges. Some of our unclassified projects include the U-2, SR-71 Blackbird, F-22 Raptor, F-117 Nighthawk, and the F-35 Lightening II. Learn more about some of the incredible things we do. Who You Are You are a multi-faceted teammate able to communicate and function effectively on an engineering team to create a collaborative environment that allows for the establishment of mission goals. Self-motivated and inspired, you thrive in an environment where you are empowered to work your craft, never settling for the bare minimum. What You Will Be...

Description: Who We Are This exciting position is with our historic Skunk Works program. Skunk Works is an integral part of Lockheed's Aeronautics business area responsible for advanced systems development including conceptual design and rapid prototyping of clean sheet solutions and improvements and derivatives to existing systems. The ideal skunk is an agile, multi-faceted teammate who loves to solve our customer's most difficult challenges. Some of our unclassified projects include the U-2, SR-71 Blackbird, F-22 Raptor, F-117 Nighthawk, and the F-35 Lightening II. Learn more about some of the incredible things we do. Who You Are You are a multi-faceted teammate able to communicate and function effectively on an engineering team to create a collaborative environment that allows for the establishment of mission goals. Self-motivated and inspired, you thrive in an environment where you are empowered to work your craft, never settling for the bare minimum. What You Will Be...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin As a member of the Palmdale Receiving Center Operations (RCO) team, you will be responsible for managing the efficient movement of material, classified parts and spares from receiving into the warehouse. You'll monitor inventory stocking levels and engage other organizations to assist in maintaining company owned inventory goals and metrics. You will also be responsible for a group of subordinate employees in providing support to multiple manufacturing areas across the site and implementing material flow strategies for existing and new ADP programs. To succeed in this role, you must be a self starter, posses thorough interpersonal skills, have the ability to lead and guide subordinates, and be able to utilize MRP (Material Review Processes), SAP. You may attend / chair status meetings advising management of the status of work in progress, and material availability. You must have the ability to resolve issues that may arise in the manufacturing...

Description: You will be the Project Management and Planning Operations Staff - Level 4 for the Project Management and Planning Operations team which is responsible for coordinating build‑team activities and ensuring process compliance on Advanced Development Programs. What You Will Be Doing As the Project Management and Planning Operations Staff - Level 4 you will be responsible for aligning build teams, supporting supervisors and engineers, and driving process‑improvement initiatives. Your responsibilities will include: Identify, coordinate, and align build‑team functions supporting major Advanced Development Programs. Assist floor supervisors and project engineers with business execution tasks, serving as the FOD‑prevention point of contact and iCAR coordinator. Perform CAM‑type duties, including program alignment, information flow, PMT data completion, and internal team goal tracking. Promote process compliance and continuous‑improvement across...

Description: You will be the Multi Func Manufacturing Supervisor - Level 3 for the Manufacturing Operations team which is responsible for overseeing repair activities on F‑22 and F‑35 platform edges. What You Will Be Doing As the Multi Func Manufacturing Supervisor - Level 3 you will be responsible for leading a team of mechanics, managing schedules and costs, and driving continuous‑improvement initiatives. Your responsibilities will include: Supervise and lead a team of mechanics to perform various repair orders for F‑22 and F‑35 platforms. Forecast completion dates and costs for multiple customer repair orders and track performance against schedule and budget. Implement process improvements and resolve constraints to maintain weekly and monthly production cadence. Coordinate with support groups to eliminate work‑stoppage risks and ensure smooth workflow. Report daily and weekly briefings to multiple levels of leadership on status, risks, and...

Description: You will be the Associate Manager - Level 4 for the Palmdale Fabrication, Assembly, and Tooling team which is responsible for delivering 5th Generation Edge production excellence. What You Will Be Doing As the Associate Manager - Level 4 you will be responsible for leading multiple first‑line leaders, coordinating cross‑functional effort, and ensuring the second‑shift operation consistently exceeds performance goals. "Your responsibilities will include:" Inspire, motivate, and guide first‑line leaders to meet production goals and uphold operational excellence. Oversee fabrication, assembly, and tooling teams to maintain efficient collaboration and top‑tier performance. Drive productivity and quality while identifying continuous‑improvement opportunities aligned with 5th Generation Edge standards. Allocate resources, balance staffing needs and material flow to meet critical production deadlines. Champion a safe, compliant work...

Description: As a Production Control Senior Manager in Palmdale, CA, you will lead the Production Control Operations team within the Fabrication build areas and Support Services as part of the Production Control Senior Leadership team which includes Replenishment Center Operations (receiving, warehouse, shipping), Transportation, Chemical Management, and more. In this position you will lead a team of 100+ leaders, non-represented, and represented employees ensuring operational excellence. What You Will Be Doing As a Production Control Senior Manager, you will: • Lead strategic planning and execution for all material and scheduling activities supporting Fabrication and Support Services. • Manage Production Control disciplines and ensure adherence, including business process management, data analytics, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Drive employee development, ensuring training, knowledge continuity, and professional growth for your team. • Formulate risk mitigation...

Description: Supports the engineering function and production operations for a fabrication area or processing laboratory by performing experiments and tests. Including but not limited to scanning and evaluating products. Evaluates new processes, products, and/or isolates process problems. May design simple experiments. Implements, collects results, maintains appropriate logs, and provides oral and/or written reports of results. Monitors wafer fabrication, process controls, materials, and supplies. May be required to ensure correct functioning and identify any discrepancies. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. May advise operators and inform engineers regarding processes, procedures, and equipment. Perform RF test procedures across multiple machines per requirements. Basic Qualifications: Generally has 3 years of related experience and holds a High School diploma or equivalent. Prior Aerospace or Manufacturing...

Description: Your Impact: You will be the Industrial Engineer (Level 2) for the Industrial Engineering team which is responsible for facilities layouts, work measurement, cost analysis, capacity planning, capital project management, and production‑process improvement. What You Will Be Doing: As the Industrial Engineer (Level 2) you will be responsible for supporting cross‑functional improvement efforts, conducting data‑driven analyses, and applying Lean and Six‑Sigma practices to enhance production efficiency. Your responsibilities will include: - Support cross‑functional improvement initiatives for a designated production area. - Identify focus areas and perform observations and time studies to drive cost‑driver analysis. - Utilize visualization and data‑analytics tools to evaluate production processes. - Apply Lean and Six‑Sigma methodologies, leading major improvement projects. - Assist in new product development and proposal efforts through rigorous data analysis....

Description: You will join the Palmdale Fabrication and Assembly teams as the Manufacturing Support Team Member. This role supports the production of the iconic U 2 “Dragon Lady,” helping the team meet aggressive production goals while driving communication excellence and continuous improvement initiatives across the PDM (Periodic Depot Maintenance) Center of Excellence. What You’ll Be Doing • Day to day Fabrication Support – Provide hands on assistance to keep the shop floor running smoothly. • Cross Level Issue Resolution – Interface with managers, engineers, quality, and the workforce to identify roadblocks and implement corrective actions. • Process Analysis & Improvement – Evaluate current workflows, recommend enhancements, and track results to boost efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction. • Cross Functional Collaboration – Partner with production planning, quality management, engineering, and logistics on process optimization projects. • Lean & Continuous...

Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Production Control Planner to oversee and manage the manufacturing build process for various components. This role is essential to maintaining the production flow, optimizing inventory, and ensuring that customer requirements are met within schedule. The Manufacturing Planner will provide real-time status updates on component progress, coordinate with multiple departments, and drive parts to completion through effective planning and material flow management. Basic Qualifications: • Experience with inventory control and material handling knowledge. • Knowledge of SAP & SFM • Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel • Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance per business requirements Desired Skills: • Past experience with Production Control, MRP • Advanced Excel Skills with formulas, PivotTables for data summarization, conditional formatting, and data visualization • Green belt six sigma trained and/or certified •...

Description: This MSTM reports to a First Line Leader (FLL) in Delivery Operations within ADP Production Operations located at Lockheed Martin Plant 10 in Palmdale, CA. The MSTM supports the FLL and Technicians with coordinating and securing resources needed to meet daily commitments associated with aerospace vehicle production efforts that include build activities, system checkouts, maintenance, servicing, ground handling, and sortie generation (Ground & Flight Operations). Specific responsibilities include: Supporting safe, disciplined, and compliant Production and Flightline Operations to maintain timely, responsive, and exceptional capabilities to deliver FOD and defect-free products to customers. Adhering to, and instilling Lockheed Martin’s Core Values of: Doing What’s Right, Respecting Others, and Performing with Excellence, and fostering OneLM Cultural behaviors of: Collaborate to Win, Accelerate Change, and Hear and Be Heard. Building and maintaining professional...

Description: Do you want to be part of a legacy of innovation that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible? At Lockheed Martin Skunk Works®, we’re seeking talented individuals ready to tackle the most advanced projects in aerospace. As an Aircraft Material Applicator, you’ll be part of a high-performing team supporting classified aircraft programs that help shape the future of defense technology. What You Will Be Doing: In this hands-on role, you'll perform a range of material application techniques including spray, wipe, brush, dip, and heat-activated processes on aircraft parts, assemblies, and finished aircraft. You’ll interpret blueprints and engineering documents to determine appropriate surface preparations, application techniques, and masking requirements. • Prepare and treat aircraft surfaces using sanding, masking, stripping, and cleaning procedures • Apply adhesives, aerodynamic fillers, sealants, and coatings with precision—often requiring strict adherence to...

Description: Selected candidate will support testing during the build process. • Interact with the aircraft across multiple sub-systems throughout assembly. • Responsible for testing of all systems and sub-systems on the aircraft. • Responsible for developing new test equipment as testing requirements are updated, as well as documenting complex test procedures for use by non-technical co-workers when writing procedures. • Support the MTE Project team with the project management of test equipment and Support Equipment. 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...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin Skunk Works® is on the leading edge of manufacturing innovation. We continually look for ways to improve processes and performance while extracting cost by focusing on the areas of coatings, structure assembly, advanced composites. Across Lockheed Martin, advanced manufacturing is dramatically increasing the pace at which we are able to deliver high-quality, affordable products to our customer. Through initiatives like the National Network for Manufacturing Innovation, we are partnering with our customers to accelerate manufacturing innovation from the laboratory to production. Candidate should be familiar and experienced with: • Creating Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOMs). • Creating and administering manufacturing plans for make and buy parts, materials masters and planning tracking mechanisms. • Manufacturing plan types. • ERP4c, Solumina, TeamCenter, SFM and SAP. What’s In It For You Our employees play an active role in...

Description: Requisitions, receives, identifies, stocks, distributes and collects items such as perishable and fixed asset tools, shop supplies, electrical/electronic testing and similar equipment, and all types of personal protective equipment, exercising a knowledge of the use of these items, shop locations and of vendor, Company and governmental policies and procedures required to effectively control these items; verifies that items have been inspected and calibrated; establishes and maintains required inventories for assigned cribs and prepares estimates of future requirements; recommends substitutes for frequently-used items if required, and locates alternative sources of supply by referencing authorized information or by contacting responsible personnel; determines surplus items and returns. Receives, segregates, routes and controls the flow of used, damaged or surplused tools and equipment, from the last point of usage through the rework or repair cycle and ultimate...

Description: The ADP team is looking for a Sr. Fabrication Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Palmdale, CA! What You Will Be Doing Lead small teams to ensure production needs are met and discrete deliverables are completed ahead of need. Conduct critical design reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with manufacturing processes. Develop assembly plans and innovative solutions to address daily challenges, ensuring efficient production flow. Create and maintain detailed manufacturing products and documentation. Provide direct support on the production floor, troubleshooting issues and implementing solutions. Utilize Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to develop manufacturing processes. Interpret drawings and model-based designs, translating them into actionable steps for manufacturability for the production environment. Collaborate with team members to explore out-of-the-box thinking and...