Manufacturing Project Engineer III Security Clearance

Position: Manufacturing Project Engineer III with Security Clearance
Job Number 716251

Description:

Role Overview
Lockheed Martin Space is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Project Engineer IV to support production efforts at our King of Prussia, PA facility. In this role, you'll help manage manufacturing projects by balancing cost, schedule, and scope, ensuring production stays on track while supporting long-term program success. This position sits at the intersection of manufacturing, project coordination, and operations-ideal for someone who enjoys working cross-functionally and driving execution in a fast-paced production environment.

Key

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee production and capital projects

• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules (IMS) for manufacturing programs

• Allocate resources and support production planning and execution

• Assist with project estimates and proposal support

• Partner with production leadership to resolve schedule, cost, or execution challenges

• Provide occasional off-hour or weekend support to maintain production schedules

• Travel up to 25%, as required Work Environment

• On-site role at the King of Prussia, PA facility

• Collaborative manufacturing and production setting

• May require occasional extended hours to support critical schedule milestones

• Fast-paced, mission-driven environment supporting government and commercial customers Company Mission & Program Overview
At Lockheed Martin Space, protecting what matters most is our mission. Space is no longer just a destination-it's a critical domain that connects technology, security, and humanity. We design and build satellites, spacecraft, missile defense systems, and hypersonic technologies that support national security, global communications, weather forecasting, and scientific discovery. Our work impacts billions of people worldwide and helps safeguard the future.

Why Lockheed Martin

• A trusted global leader in aerospace and defense

• A culture built on integrity, innovation, and accountability

• Opportunities to work on high-impact, mission-critical programs

• Commitment to employee growth, learning, and career mobility

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits Why You'll Love This Role

• Direct impact on real-world manufacturing programs tied to national and global missions

• A balance of hands-on production support and project coordination

• Exposure to complex programs without unrealistic experience requirements

• Opportunity to grow within Lockheed Martin's expansive manufacturing and engineering organization

• Work that matters-every schedule you manage helps deliver critical capabilities to customers

Basic Qualifications:

Candidates must meet all requirements below to be considered.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field OR equivalent combined education and experience in a manufacturing environment

• 3+ years of experience working in a manufacturing, production, operations, or logistics environment

• Experience managing or supporting projects with defined schedules

• Hands-on experience using ERP systems (such as SAP, Oracle, or similar)

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project

• U.S. citizenship required and ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance
Desired

Skills:

These skills are not required but may strengthen your candidacy.

• Experience developing Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for cost and schedule projections

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, work measurement, or labor standards

• Experience leading or coordinating projects in a manufacturing environment

• Exposure to high-mix, low-volume production operations

• Cost Account Manager (CAM) experience

• Strong collaboration, communication, and teamwork skills
Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest:
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