20 adp skunk works jobs found in Palmdale, CA

Standard Job Description Performs in a collaborative environment to develop and implement manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, fabrication, and material handling. Drives adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement. Creates and analyzes 3D based model data environment to optimize manufacturing process and digital work instructions. Leverages understanding of materials and automatic processes to define operations procedures and build sequences to drive operational excellence. Evaluates performance (including IoT devices, etc.) of equipment and tools to verify their efficiency and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure operational excellence. Leverages factory data to develop statistical process control approaches and integrates...

Standard Job Description Performs in a collaborative environment to develop and implement manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, fabrication, and material handling. Drives adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement. Creates and analyzes 3D based model data environment to optimize manufacturing process and digital work instructions. Leverages understanding of materials and automatic processes to define operations procedures and build sequences to drive operational excellence. Evaluates performance (including IoT devices, etc.) of equipment and tools to verify their efficiency and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure operational excellence. Leverages factory data to develop statistical process control approaches and integrates...

Standard Job Description Performs in a collaborative environment to develop and implement manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, fabrication, and material handling. Drives adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement. Creates and analyzes 3D based model data environment to optimize manufacturing process and digital work instructions. Leverages understanding of materials and automatic processes to define operations procedures and build sequences to drive operational excellence. Evaluates performance (including IoT devices, etc.) of equipment and tools to verify their efficiency and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure operational excellence. Leverages factory data to develop statistical process control approaches and integrates...

Standard Job Description What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer Sr for the Advanced Development Program (ADP) – Skunk Works, you will be responsible for delivering integrated systems engineering support across a cutting‑edge ADP effort, driving requirements, risk, architecture, and airworthiness activities while championing Model Based Systems Engineering. Your responsibilities will include: Tracking and managing program requirements, ensuring traceability and compliance. Conducting risk assessments and mitigation planning across disciplines. Developing and evaluating system architectures and perform technical trade studies. Creating verification and validation plans, supporting airworthiness certification. Driving MBSE adoption and digital transformation initiatives within the team. What’s In It For You We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s...

Standard Job Description This position is with Advanced Development Programs (ADP), known as the historic Skunk Works.  We are looking for world-class talent for this position to join the 75+ year tradition of creating advanced aircraft and technology. The candidate will join an ADP effort as a Ground Systems Engineer supporting customer programs. Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems, and information technology related responsibilities including design, development, and analysis of computer systems or programs based on and related to user or system design specifications; applying systems analysis techniques and procedures, including consulting with users to determine hardware, software, or system functional specifications. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation,...

Standard Job Description We are Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, home of the world-renowned Skunk Works®, turns visionary aircraft into reality and is known for building the finest military aircraft in the world. This recognition is continually earned through our commitment to relentless research and development of high-performance aircraft, continuously seeking innovative, low-cost design and manufacturing strategies, and delivering operational readiness for our customers' missions to ensure continued relevancy for the life cycle of our products. This position is for a Flight Test Engineer, a senior member of an ADP Flight Test Engineering team, providing support for all flight test activity including laboratory, ground and flight test. Travel is required in this role; up to 25% of the time. You will be part of a fast paced, dynamic environment exploring state of the art technical solutions. This Flight Test Engineer will be tasked across the full flight test...

Standard Job Description We are Lockheed Martin Aviation's story is one of perseverance—failing, trying again, and achieving success. Since its inception, Lockheed Martin has embraced this spirit, advancing aeronautical design and delivering mission success. We value the talents of our team, celebrating their unique contributions. Together, our passion and strategic vision drive innovation, inspire progress, and shape the future of aerospace and defense. Join us in making history. Elevate your career as a Control Account Manager (CAM) for Palmdale Skunk Works (ADP). In this key role, you’ll ensure EVM compliance while managing cost, schedule, and technical performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the success of the world’s most advanced aircraft. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING • Earned Value Management: Oversee compliance and implementation of EVM principles, managing cost, schedule, and technical scope. • Performance Analysis: Conduct cost and schedule variance...

Standard Job Description Who We Are Lockheed Martin Skunk Works is seeing a world-class engineering leader to drive the Ground Vehicle Management System (GVMS) software effort.  GVMS delivers mission-critical command & control for unmanned aerial vehicles. Why Join Us? Working on cutting-edge avionics and ground station software, from lab prototype to field-tested flight-worthy product. Hybrid schedule – 4-day work week (Mon-Thu) & flexible hours. Career acceleration, leading a multi-site, multidisciplinary team while continuing hands-on development. Competitive compensation, premium benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture. Key Responsibilities Direct ADP program work force planning (Reassignments/placements, recruitment, selection of new employees, and terminations) Mentor, coach, and develop engineers across multiple locations; define clear paths and performance goals. Drive team culture with proactive communication, conflict resolution, and...

Standard Job Description The Skunk Works®, also known as the Advanced Development Programs (ADP), Line of Business is seeking a Senior Portfolio Business Manager to add to its senior leadership team.  ADP has developed some of the most iconic aircraft in history such as the U-2, SR-71, and F-117. The Senior Portfolio Business Manager role will oversee financial strategy development and execution of a diverse portfolio of programs for the new Special Systems Pillar that has been stood up with ADP.   This portfolio is comprised of programs that are supporting some of our nation’s most critical national security needs and requires the ability find rapid business solutions with win-win fundamentals. This role is responsible for leading a team of high performing individuals who play a key role in driving business outcomes through timely and accurate financial forecasting, effective management of program performance, business capture strategy development, and discretionary resource...

Standard Job Description The Skunk Works (Lockheed Martin Advanced Development Program (ADP)) is looking for talented and energetic individuals to become a part of a dynamic high energy team carrying on the 70+ year tradition of developing and producing advanced aircraft and battlespace solutions. This Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) Software Engineer position is with the Lockheed Martin Skunk Works Mission Systems and Software Comms team supporting an ADP program that includes staff distributed between Fort Worth, Texas and Palmdale, California. The selected candidate for this experienced professional position will be a technical leader and subject matter expert within our GNC team, with focus on Navigation and Timing. The role will be required to independently drive development of complex navigation algorithms and the integration of COTS and custom hardware LRUs through design, surrogate testing, on-system deployment, and V&V. The role will involve independent,...

Standard Job Description You will be the Systems Engineer, Integration Lab Senior (level 3) for the Skunk Works (Advanced Development Program) team which is responsible for turning visionary aircraft concepts into operational reality. What You Will Be Doing As the System Engineer, Integration Lab Sr you will be responsible for delivering hardware‑centric solutions that enable rapid system verification and testing. Your responsibilities will include: Perform system integration, test, and troubleshooting of hardware/software configurations. Design and integrate hardware equipment for the Systems Integration Labs (SIL). Establish Hardware‑In‑The‑Loop (HWIL) and closed‑loop development/testing in the SIL. Interface with software developers, systems engineers, and customers to support verification activities. Maintain design documentation and adhere to configuration‑management requirements. What’s In It For You We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and...

Standard Job Description Lockheed Martin Skunk Works® is on the leading edge of manufacturing innovation. We continually look for ways to improve processes and performance while extracting cost by focusing on the areas of subsystems installation and integration. What You Will Be Doing: Work corrective actions for discrepancies in a manufacturing environment across multiple portions of the build. Conduct critical reviews of processes to identify gaps and close the process gaps with the intent of reducing variation and discrepancies in the build. Collaborate with quality engineering and production operations to triage repeat failure modes in a production environment. Utilize lean six sigma toolsets to identify root causes and develop corrective action plans. Collaborate with team members to explore out-of-the-box thinking and contribute to product improvement initiatives. What’s In It For You: We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your...

Standard Job Description A Day in the Life: Here in the Aerospace Capital of America, Palmdale, California, you will find yourself working on some of the most exciting programs within the company. You will work with a team of NDT Inspectors, certified in all NDI disciplines. Your specialized expertise will aid us in continuing the Skunk tradition in forging ahead. On any given day, you may: • Set up and operate various types of computerized and state-of-the-art nondestructive test equipment • Work in multiple NDI disciplines • Participate in hands-on training and development of NDI techniques Depending on assigned area, physical demands will vary by platform being supported. Candidates need to be able to support the following: Full-time standing with limited resting periods. Ability to walk up to 3 miles in a day. Sit for extended periods, if required. Heights: Able to work at heights. Able to climb stairs or ladders as required. Able to work from step stools, scissor...

Standard Job Description You will be the Chief Engineer for a Skunk Works restricted access aeronautics program which delivers unmatched capability to the nation As the Chief Engineer, you will be accountable for all aspects of engineering and technology activities within a program, program area, or line of business to ensure mission milestones and business objectives are met.  You will serve as a primary technical authority / technical interface with internal program management and external customers.  Specific duties include: Ensuring proposals have sound, affordable technical solutions and schedules. Coordinating/collaborating with program management to: Make key decisions, balancing technical needs and business constraints to meet program objectives Ensure program plans and technical baselines are consistent with Program Control processes and modern Engineering Practices. Determine the appropriate program risk posture and develop mitigation strategies for complex...

Standard Job Description We are Lockheed Martin   Skunk Works® is on the leading edge of manufacturing innovation. We continually look for ways to improve processes and performance while extracting cost by focusing on the areas of subsystems installation and integration.   What You Will Be Doing:   Work corrective actions for discrepancies in a manufacturing environment across multiple portions of the build.   Conduct critical reviews of processes to identify gaps and close the process gaps with the intent of reducing variation and discrepancies in the build.   Collaborate with quality engineering and production operations to triage repeat failure modes in a production environment.   Utilize lean six sigma toolsets to identify root causes and develop corrective action plans.   Collaborate with team members to explore out-of-the-box thinking and contribute to product improvement initiatives.   What’s In It For You: We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits...

Standard Job Description You will be the Systems Engineer, Integration Lab (level 2) for the Skunk Works (Advanced Development Program) team which is responsible for turning visionary aircraft concepts into operational reality. What You Will Be Doing As the System Engineer, Integration Lab you will be responsible for delivering hardware‑centric solutions that enable rapid system verification and testing. Your responsibilities will include: Perform system integration, test, and troubleshooting of hardware/software configurations. Design and integrate hardware equipment for the Systems Integration Labs (SIL). Establish Hardware‑In‑The‑Loop (HWIL) and closed‑loop development/testing in the SIL. Interface with software developers, systems engineers, and customers to support verification activities. Maintain design documentation and adhere to configuration‑management requirements. What’s In It For You We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall...

Standard Job Description You will be the System Engineer Sr Stf (Level 5) for the Skunk Works (Advanced Development Program) team. Our team turns visionary aircraft into reality and is known for building the finest military aircraft in the world. What You Will Be Doing As the System Engineer Sr Stf you will be responsible for leading system integration lab activities, coordinating technical exchanges, and delivering program milestones. Your responsibilities will include:Manage and perform system integration, test, and troubleshooting of hardware/software configurations.Design, install, and integrate equipment for the Systems Integration Labs, including HWIL/Closed‑Loop setups.Interface with software developers, systems engineers, and customers to support verification and testing.Oversee product integration, regression, and verification testing across system test labs.Maintain design documentation and adhere to configuration management requirements. What’s In It For You We are...

Standard Job Description You will be the System Engineer, Integration Lab, for the Skunk Works (Advanced Development Program) team which is responsible for overseeing lab operations, integrating and maintaining lab hardware, coordinating cross functionally with other teams to ensure lab operations meet important milestones, support testing events. What You Will Be Doing As the System Engineer, Integration Lab Staff (level 4), you will be responsible for turning visionary aircraft concepts into operational hardware and supporting the Systems Integration Lab. Your responsibilities will include:Perform system integration, test, and troubleshooting of hardware/software configurations.Install equipment in server racks and maintain lab inventory.Design and integrate hardware for the Systems Integration Labs.Establish Hardware‑In‑The‑Loop (HWIL) and Closed‑Loop testing in the lab.Interface with software developers and systems engineers to support verification activities. What’s In It...

Standard Job Description A Day in the Life: Here in the Aerospace Capital of America, Palmdale, California, you will find yourself working on some of the most exciting programs within the company. You will work with a team of NDT Inspectors, certified in all NDI disciplines. Your specialized expertise will aid us in continuing the Skunk tradition in forging ahead. On any given day, you may: • Set up and operate various types of computerized and state-of-the-art nondestructive test equipment • Work in multiple NDI disciplines • Participate in hands-on training and development of NDI techniques Depending on assigned area, physical demands will vary by platform being supported. Candidates need to be able to support the following: Full-time standing with limited resting periods. Ability to walk up to 3 miles in a day. Sit for extended periods, if required. Heights: Able to work at heights. Able to climb stairs or ladders as required. Able to work from step stools, scissor...

Standard Job Description You will be the Int. Program Planner Staff-Integrated Planning, Skunk Works® - Level 4: for the Skunk Works® team which is responsible for... What You Will Be Doing As the Int. Program Planner Staff-Integrated Planning, Skunk Works® - Level 4: you will be responsible for organizing tasks, developing and maintaining program schedules, and coordinating across engineering, procurement, contracts, business management, production, and quality control to ensure mission success. Your responsibilities will include:Break down products into tasks, define sequences and durations, and manage schedule baselines.Ensure on‑time, in‑budget delivery with desired quality outcomes.Develop, maintain, and analyze program schedules using advanced planning tools.Serve as a trusted advisor and model planning excellence for the program team.Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to align resources and resolve planning risks. What’s In It For You We are committed to...