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Manufacturing Engineer (F-35) - Intern

Lockheed Martin
Fort Worth, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 14 Jan 2026
💰 $77,788/yr($31,616/yr – $77,788/yr)

About the role

Security Clearance

None

Shift

First

Direct/Indirect

Direct

Business Area

Aeronautics Company

Department

6M1E00:FW F-35 Mfg Engrng

Relocation/Housing Stipend Available

Yes

Job Code/Title

N906X:College Student Tech (Intern)

Job Class

Manufacturing

Job Category

Co-op/Summer Intern

Req Type

Part-Time

Job Description

By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we 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 career opportunities designed to propel development 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. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your Mission is Ours.

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is seeking a Summer 2026 Manufacturing Engineer Intern In this role, you will be responsible for manufacturing plan development, full-rate production standup and support, and post-delivery sustainment and modification activities. MEs are integral at every program stage for efficient and effective aircraft production.

This position will be embedded in detailed manufacturing plans, concepts, processes, and procedures. The day-to-day tasking will include working with shop floor personnel, design engineering, quality engineering, industrial engineering, and other engineering disciplines to support production of our various platforms.

A successful candidate can expect to:
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Enjoy working in a production environment with operators
• Be self-motivated, take initiative, and have strong work ethic
• Have a learning and continuous improvement attitude

This position required a detail-oriented and organized candidate with demonstrated technical proficiency and capability. Strong communication skills – written and verbal – are required to successfully interface with various departments within Aero.

Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or related technical field.

Previous experience (or expressed interest) working in an Operations role in a manufacturing environment.

Desire to obtain an Operations role indicated by expressing interest in ‘hands-on’ applications of engineering and manufacturing principles.

Demonstrated proficiency with MS office, Excel, and PowerPoint

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Desired skills

Member of the SME, SAE, ASME, or other similar technical organization

Design, build club/project experience (i.e., SAE Formula and Baja).

Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment

Previous manufacturing/operations experience
Prior experience in a related industry preferred.

State

Texas

Zip

76108

EEO

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.

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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.

City, State

Fort Worth-TX

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