Description:

You will be the Automation Engineer (Missile Production) for the Pike County Operations (PCO) team. Our team is responsible for creating innovative manufacturing solutions that safely produce complex missile systems.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Automation Engineer (Missile Production) you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying robotic and industrial‑automation solutions that enable high‑mix, high‑value missile production.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Partner with missile designers, production operations, and stakeholders to design and integrate robotic, conveyor, vision, and control systems.


• Perform hands‑on integration and commissioning of robots, end‑of‑arm tools, and related equipment.


• Develop and maintain manufacturing processes, procedures, and layouts to maximize quality, safety, and efficiency.


• Lead the lifecycle of automated solutions from concept through implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement.


• Ensure all designs comply with government regulations, safety standards, and engineering requirements.

Why Join Us

We are looking for a collaborative, results‑driven engineer who thrives in a fast‑moving, technically demanding environment. If you enjoy turning cutting‑edge ideas into reliable production assets and want to make a tangible impact on mission‑critical systems, this role offers the autonomy, resources, and support to excel. We value your expertise and invest in your 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 Troy. Discover more about our Troy, Alabama location.

Security Clearance Requirement

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Basic Qualifications:
Degree from an accredited college in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline at the Master level, Bachelor level and 2 years professional experience, or 6 years of related professional experience.

Must be able to work all schedules / shifts (first shift, night shift, and weekend schedule).

Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance. Lockheed Martin will assist selected candidate with obtaining at least an Interim Secret Clearance prior to starting. Additionally, the candidate must be able to pass a Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (“ATF”) background check to obtain approval to be an “employee possessor” (of explosives or other ATF-regulated items) as defined by ATF regulations. Failure to obtain and retain employee possessor status may result in revocation of an offer and loss of employment.
Desired Skills:
- Experience with Aerospace/Automotive paint/coating automation equipment and processes

- Working knowledge of Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation) programmable logic controllers (PLC) SLC 500 & ControlLogix5000, Ladder Logic, FANUC robotics and controls.

- Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and/or specifications.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First