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Engineering Aide Spec - N3

Lockheed Martin

Lufkin, TXFull-time$52–97K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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Compensation
$52–97K/yr
Location
Lufkin, TX
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Engineering Aide provides technical support to engineers by compiling technical data, producing engineering documentation and reports, performing calculations and preliminary analyses, and assisting with tests. This role also supports tooling inventory and procurement in a production environment, using computerized systems to track inventory, resolve discrepancies, and coordinate tool delivery for plant staff.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft OfficeExcelERP/MRP SystemsInventory ManagementTool TrackingTool RequisitioningCustomer ServiceInterpersonal CommunicationProblem SolvingAttention to DetailMultitaskingSupply Chain ManagementInventory ControlLogisticsLean Manufacturing5SSix SigmaPower BIPower AutomateVendor CoordinationProcurementManufacturingDefense Production

Qualifications

2 Years Tooling Inventory ExperienceSupply Chain Coursework or CertificationManufacturing ExperienceDefense Production Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Standard Job Description

Provides technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks. Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes. Produces engineering documentation, reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics). Performs detailed mathematical calculations using established formulas; preliminary analyses of data where guidelines are provided in such areas as trajectory adequacy, model dimensional consistency; and quantitative judgments concerning technical data. Uses personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports. May conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis.

Basic Qualifications

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in tooling inventory management, manufacturing floor support, or related role within a production environment.

Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and formulas). Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics for tool tracking and requisitioning.

Inventory Management: Demonstrated ability to accurately track, reconcile, and maintain real-time tooling inventory levels using computerized systems. Responsible for generating reports and identifying discrepancies.

Floor Support & Tool Procurement: Primary point of contact for floor staff needing tooling support. Responsible for requesting, purchasing, and replacing tools to minimize downtime. Coordinates with vendors and internal departments for timely delivery.

Customer Service Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Role is customer-facing within the plant, supporting operators, engineers, and maintenance teams. Must exhibit professionalism, patience, and problem-solving orientation when addressing tooling requests.

Organizational Skills: High level of attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment. Proven ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.

Desired Skills

Certification or coursework in supply chain management, inventory control, or logistics preferred.

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or Six Sigma methodologies for process optimization.

Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) or workflow automation (e.g., Power Automate) for inventory reporting.

Experience coordinating with vendors, suppliers, or internal procurement departments for tool acquisition and logistics.

Prior experience in a manufacturing or defense production environment considered a plus.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $52000.00 - $96600.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

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.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,780 open Inventory Management jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$52–97K/yr
  • US median$70–99K/yr389 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $74K, is 12% below the US median midpoint ($84K) — in the middle half of Inventory Management salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 172 open Inventory Management jobs in Texas and 1,780 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Texas
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience; Inventory Management postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years at the median (948 postings).
Education
236 of the 1,780 open Inventory Management jobs (13%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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