Critical Materials Supply Chain Engineer

Standard Job Description

You will be the Critical Materials Supply Chain Engineer for the Central Procurement Engineering team. Our team is responsible for improving the supply chain and reducing supply chain risk to program performance across the Missiles and Fire Control Supply Chain.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Critical Materials Supply Chain Engineer you will be responsible for mapping critical material supply chains, assessing supplier capabilities, and developing risk‑mitigation strategies.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Supply chain mapping and analysis
• Supplier capability and capacity assessments
• Development of supplier road‑maps and alternative sources
• Creation and management of risk‑mitigation plans
• Rapid response to production disruptions and affordability initiatives

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, forward‑thinking engineer who thrives on solving complex supply‑chain challenges. This role offers high visibility, direct impact on program success, and the opportunity to shape resilient material strategies within a world‑class organization.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline

Experience working with suppliers or subcontractors

Ability to facilitate cross-functional teams and discussions to drive results

Project Management Experience

Ability to obtain a secret clearance

Ability to read and interpret material and industry specifications

Familiarity with material properties, certifications, and qualification standards

Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), including compliance and subcontracting

Experience with relating knowledge of minerals and material properties to uses in manufactured products

Desired Skills

Background/Degree in Material Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or similar field, or equivalent experience/combined education

Lean/SixSimga Green Belt or Black Belt certified

Risk Management Experience

Statement of Work or Requirements writing experience

Research and open source intelligence experience

Knowledge of common missile and/or sensor subsystems and supply base

Ability to identify emerging suppliers or new sourcing opportunities

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $129000.00 - $239600.00

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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.