Posted Oct 11, 2026

Critical Materials Supply Chain Engineer

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Standard Job Description

The Critical Materials Procurement Engineer will work with multifunctional points of contact across programs and business areas to mitigate critical materials risk and build a more resilient critical materials supply chain. They will be expected to map out critical materials supply chains, identify and develop new sources and supply networks, and collaborate with programs to understand their current and future critical materials needs.

 

Responsibilities will include supply chain mapping, and supplier capability and capacity assessments, developing supplier road maps, development and management of risk mitigation plans, rapid response to production disruptions at critical suppliers, and affordability initiatives.

 

Work to improve the supply chain and reduce supply chain risk to program performance. As part of the Central Procurement Engineering team, this support will span the entire Missiles and Fire Control Supply Chain. This work will be done both independently and in conjunction with program Procurement Engineering teams as required.

 

Must be a U.S. Citizen

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/SixSigma 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

GeoZone Definition: GeoZones are geographic groupings created by Lockheed Martin to align compensation ranges with regional labor markets and cost-of-labor differences across the United States. Locations are assigned a Geo Zone based on the primary work location of the role. 

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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.

Bachelor's degree in related discipline; experience with suppliers or subcontractors; ability to facilitate cross-functional teams; project management experience; ability to obtain secret clearance; U.S. citizenship; knowledge of FAR/DFARS and material specifications.

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About Lockheed Martin

A defense contractor focused on mitigating critical materials risk and building resilient supply chains. — Industry: Agriculture