Manufacturing Robotics Engineer

About the Role

Advanced Manufacturing Technology is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Robotics Engineer to enhance Lockheed Martin MFC’s manufacturing and development processes through automation, robotics, and process improvements. As an individual contributor supporting the Grand Prairie Automation and Robotics team, you will apply hands-on engineering skills to develop and deploy solutions that improve manufacturing throughput, quality, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with campaigns, production operations, program teams, and technology experts to support the research, development, and implementation of automation solutions.
• Assess manufacturing needs, define technical requirements, evaluate technology options, and develop solutions aligned with program objectives and operational needs.
• Execute engineering activities across the automation development lifecycle: feasibility studies, automation assessments, system design, integration, testing, pilot execution, and production deployment.
• Design and configure system components.
• Program robots and controls.
• Integrate sensing, tooling, and mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and verify system performance against requirements.
• Apply established engineering methods and safety practices.
• Document results and seek technical guidance for complex challenges.
• Develop technical documentation and support operator training, maintenance readiness, and system transition to production teams.
• Collaborate with engineers across MFC and broader Lockheed Martin organizations to share lessons learned and support manufacturing improvements.
• Contribute to design reviews, automation standards, and reusable engineering solutions.
• Support the preparation of technical scope, cost estimates, and schedules for assigned work.
• Track progress and communicate results, risks, and issues to project leads.
• Coordinate with suppliers and robotic system integrators for requirements clarification, equipment integration, testing, and acceptance activities.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Experience applying robotics or automation concepts through professional work, internships, or hands-on engineering projects.
• Working knowledge of robot programming, PLCs, or controls integration for automated equipment.
• Experience supporting engineering design, system integration, testing, or troubleshooting of electromechanical systems.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements, document engineering work, and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Desired Skills

• Hands-on experience with industrial or collaborative robots (e.g., FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Universal Robots).
• Familiarity with Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLCs, HMIs, and industrial communication networks.
• Experience with machine vision, sensors, end-of-arm tooling, or automated material-handling systems.
• Familiarity with robotic simulation, offline programming, CAD tools, or programming languages such as Python or C++.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and robotic safety practices, with experience supporting equipment deployment, operator training, or production improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.