Industrial Engineer - Early Career

Standard Job Description

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control is seeking an Industrial Engineer (Early Career) for our Missile Assembly team at Pike County Operations (PCO) in Troy, Alabama. Our team is responsible for Industrial Engineering activities that analyze and improve processes, reduce costs, and drive decisions now and in the future.

What You Will Be Doing

As an Industrial Engineer (Early Career), you will be responsible for collaborating with a cross‑functional team to identify and implement process improvements in a production area.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Performing process observations and time studies to support cost analysis and improvement activities

Using metrics, data tools, and visualization to analyze and identify cost, quality, and schedule drivers

Planning and implementing facility layouts and workstation improvements

Applying Lean Six Sigma tools and leading continuous improvement projects

Utilizing discrete event simulation (such as Simio, FlexSim, ProSim, Arena, etc.) and capacity tools to evaluate current and future business needs

Collaborating with production, engineering, and management to drive initiatives

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and detail-oriented problem-solver passionate about Industrial Engineering and continuous improvement. This role offers the chance to support complex systems while developing your engineering skills.

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 Troy. Discover more about our Troy, Alabama 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. A company-sponsored interim secret is required to start.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Industrial Engineering, Engineering Technology, Engineering Management, or a similar Engineering discipline plus 1 year of professional experience; No experience required with related Master's degree

Experience working in a team-based environment, with a strong focus on collaboration and continuous improvement

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite tools, particularly Excel

Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and retain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance. Lockheed Martin will assist selected candidate with obtaining at least an Interim Secret Clearance prior to starting

Must be able to pass a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (“ATF”) background investigation to obtain “employee possessor” approval (of explosives or other ATF-regulated items) as defined by ATF regulations. Failure to obtain and retain employee status may result in revocation of an offer and loss of employment

Desired Skills

Experience in Industrial Engineering/Lean Six Sigma concepts, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment

Experience with Discrete Event Simulation (Simio, Arena, FlexSim, ProSim)

Data Analytics/Tableau/SQL/Python experience

Experience using computer-aided design (CAD)

Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $70500.00 - $130900.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.

For (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.