Manufacturing Project Engineer IV

This Manufacturing Project Engineer IV role at Lockheed Martin Space in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, focuses on managing manufacturing cost, schedule, and tactical scope for production and capital projects. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining the production IMS, allocating resources, and supporting proposals and project estimates. The position is crucial for advancing spacecraft and missile defense systems, contributing to 21st Century Security® vision, and requires a US citizen eligible for a Top Secret security clearance.

Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business or related field or equivalent experience in a Manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Production, Operations, or Logistics.
• Experience with managing a project to a schedule.
• Experience working within ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, etc).
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint and Project.
• Must be a United States citizen and be able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.

Good to Have

• Experience writing Basis-of-Estimates (BOEs) for projecting cost and schedule for future Production programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques and principles as well as work measurements and labor standards.
• Demonstrated project leadership.
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience with high-mix, low volume production operations.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and collaboration skills required in a team environment.
• Cost Account Manager (CAM) Experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
• 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
• Support for professional development through mentoring, educational programs, networking, and career-building.
• Generous parental leave policies and mother's rooms at facilities.
• Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
• Flexible work schedules, depending on the position.

Job Responsibilities

Job ID: 706684BR Date posted: Nov. 26, 2025

Description: Protecting what matters most is the mission that matters most.

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more— we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

At Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

Going to space is just the beginning. It’s what you do when you get there that matters. We build satellites and spacecraft that do amazing things in space for our government and commercial customers. Connecting people, advancing discovery, and protecting what matters most. Our satellites give earlier warning of severe weather, connect troops on the battlefield, and deliver GPS directions to a billion people worldwide. We also take rocket science to the next level developing systems that protect from both a distance and in close-combat. We are pioneering the future of missile defense and hypersonic technology, and we’re doing it all with a team of incredible employees across the world. As we look to the future, we’re driving innovations to help our customers do even more in orbit. Come, join our Manufacturing team in the dynamic world of Space. Here, we are driven by innovation and integrity. By applying the highest standards of business ethics and a forward-thinking mindset, we believe everything is within our reach – and yours – as an employee.

Our facility has an immediate opportunity for an experienced to join our mission. In this role, you will manage manufacturing cost, schedule, and tactical scope.

Responsibilities include:

• Plan and oversee production projects and capital projects

• Develop and maintain the production IMS, allocate resources, and assist with strategy development

• Support proposals and development of project estimates

• Perform other supporting duties as assigned by production team leadership

• Support occasional weekend or off-hour support as needed to maintain production schedule compliance

• Travel may be required (up to 25%)

Must be a United States citizen and be able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering/Business or related field or equivalent experience/combined education in a Manufacturing environment

• 5+ years of experience working within a Manufacturing, Production, Operations, or Logistics environment

• Experience with managing a project to a schedule

• Experience working within ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, etc)

• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint and Project

• Must be a United States citizen and be able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance

Desired Skills:

• Experience writing Basis-of-Estimates (BOEs) for projecting cost and schedule for future Production programs.

• Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques and principles as well as work measurements and labor standards.

• Demonstrated project leadership.

• Demonstrated knowledge or experience with high-mix, low volume production operations.

• Demonstrated interpersonal and collaboration skills required in a team environment.

• Cost Account Manager (CAM) Experience

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Top Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years

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 facility.

Work Schedules: 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: 9x80 every other Friday off

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.

At, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: SPACE

Relocation Available: No

Career Area: Manufacturing

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First

About

At, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

• Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
• Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
• Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions

Qualifications

See what it takes to be a successful employee.

• Collaborative

There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.

• Curious

The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.

• Goal-oriented

From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.

• Proactive

The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.

• Problem Solver

You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.

• Strategic

You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.

Benefits

• ### Healthcare

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.

• ### 401(k)/Retirement Plans

Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.

• ### Professional Development

We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.

• ### Maternity and Paternity Leave

Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.

• ### Paid Time Off

We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.

• ### Flex-time

Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.