Description:You will be the Tool Engineering Associate Manager for the Tool Engineering team. Our team is responsible for designing, procuring, maintaining, and producing tooling across the site while driving enterprise‑wide process improvements.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Tool Engineering Associate Manager you will be responsible for leading a cross‑functional team that manages the full tool lifecycle—from design and ordering to preventive maintenance, additive‑manufacturing production, and machine‑shop operations.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead a cross‑functional team in the design, procurement, and maintenance of tooling.
- Oversee the complete tool lifecycle, including additive‑manufacturing and machine‑shop production.
- Drive continuous improvement of 1LMX tool processes enterprise‑wide.
- Manage tooling budgets, schedules, and supplier relationships to ensure on‑time delivery.
- Mentor engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and innovation.
Why Join Us
We are looking for a collaborative, forward‑thinking leader who thrives on solving complex challenges and delivering tangible impact. This role offers the chance to shape critical tooling capabilities that enable mission success across the organization, while working in an environment that values your expertise and supports your professional growth.
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 Ocala. Discover more about our Ocala, Florida location.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Basic Qualifications:
- BS Mechanical engineering, Aerospace engineering, or similar
- 5+ years experience as a tool engineer
- Experience developing/teaching tool design
Desired Skills:
- Experience leading process development for tools across sites
- Experience with traditional machine shop subtractive technologies
- Experience with additive and design for additive
- Experience directly supporting a manufacturing floor
- Creo experience
- Windchill Experience
Clearance Level: None
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 worlds 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: Miscellaneous Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
- Experience leading process development for tools across sites
- Experience with traditional machine shop subtractive technologies
- Experience with additive and design for additive
- Experience directly supporting a manufacturing floor
- Creo experience
- Windchill Experience