Manufacturing Engineer Supervisor (Second Shift) / Lufkin, TX

Job ID : 705847BR Date posted : Sep. 22, 2025

Description :

You will be the Second Shift Manufacturing Engineer Supervisor for Lufkin Production Operations. As supervisor you will manage the daily priorities and process improvement for the second shift manufacturing team, and coordinate execution of critical efforts with production operators, supervisors, test, quality, and industrial engineering. The individual will also have regular interactions with a broader team of Program Management and Design Engineering as required.

What You Will Be Doing

As second shift Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor, you will lead and mentor a team of technical professionals, drive producibility improvements and maintain constant communication with different functions to mitigate production lines stoppages. Your responsibilities will include :

Interviewing, hiring, developing, and evaluating manufacturing engineering talent.

Position will involve leading, coordinating, and reporting the efforts of a group of manufacturing engineers and technicians.

Interface with the customer, engineering and Lufkin Senior Management.

Support and coordinate transitions of new operators or product lines into second shift.

Review DPU and HPU data to drive effective corrective actions and process improvements.

This position may require up to 10% overtime annually in support of program execution.

Why Join Us

We're looking for a highly motivated and team-oriented Manufacturing Engineer who is passionate about the challenges associated with Evolutionary Development. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of exciting projects, collaborate with a talented team of engineers and technicians, and contribute to the development of high-quality products. If you have excellent communication skills, experience in a manufacturing environment, and a strong desire to learn and grow, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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 Lufkin. Discover more about our Lufkin, Texas 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 :

Ability to obtain a secret clearance.

Experience developing technical solutions to complex problems.

Leadership qualities with significant manufacturing and assembly experience.

Excellent written and verbal communications, interpersonal skills with ability to work with multiple levels of management, industry peers, internal and external customers.

Bachelors degree in a related discipline

Must be able to work Second Shift

Desired Skills :

Ability to collaborate and influence in order to successfully advocate solutions to manufacturability deficiencies.

Experience in engineering change and configuration control as it relates to manufacturing process.

Technical experience to anticipate and proactively mitigate causes of process failures.

Ability to interpret mechanical and electrical engineering drawings, schematics and specs to lead team conducting drawing reviews, approvals and producibility reviews.

Lean Manufacturing experience and / or Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certifications.

Basic understanding of Automated equipment for fabrication of Circuit Card Assemblies.

Experience presenting to senior government and / or company management.

Experience with TAR(Tool Action Request) processing.

Experience with Apriso, SAP and Windchill.

Basic understanding of PFMEAs.

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 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 : MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL

Relocation Available : Possible

Career Area : Manufacturing

Type : Full-Time

Shift : Second