Facilities Project Engineer

Lockheed Martin•Huntsville, AL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we are inspired by innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and creative thinking, everything is within our reach – and yours as a Lockheed Martin employee. Lockheed Martin values your skills, training and education. Come and experience your future! THE WORK Lockheed Martin is seeking a full‑time Facility Engineer to be based at our Huntsville campus. The role will manage work‑order requests, space rearrangements, and small‑scale projects on-site while also providing support to nearby branch locations (within a reasonable driving distance). Some overnight travel may be required. The engineer will work closely with internal stakeholders to develop long-term seating plans, classified‑lab expansions, and to ensure flawless execution of customer- and executive-level events. Prioritization of requests against funding availability and contractual restrictions is a core component of the position. WHO YOU ARE You are a dynamic and results-oriented professional with a passion for driving operational excellence and optimizing production processes. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are adept at managing complex projects while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Your strong analytical skills, coupled with your ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across departments, make you an invaluable asset to our team. WHY JOIN US Opportunity for Impact: Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization.

Requirements

5 + years of progressive experience in Facility Management, Project Management, or Construction Management.
Building‑Systems Knowledge: Demonstrated expertise with core building systems, including HVAC, electrical power distribution, plumbing, fire‑protection, and general infrastructure utilities.
Full‑Lifecycle Project Delivery: Proven track record of managing projects from Statement‑of‑Work (SOW) development, vendor selection, and procurement through to construction, commissioning, and close‑out
Budget & Schedule Control: Ability to develop accurate cost estimates, control project budgets (up to $250 K) and maintain schedules that meet stakeholder expectations.
Regulatory & Safety Compliance: Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (e.g., NFPA, OSHA, ASHRAE) and experience ensuring all work complies with safety and security requirements.
Tool Proficiency: Hands‑on experience with project‑management software including MS Project and Computer‑Aided Design/BIM tools (AutoCAD, Revit) for space‑planning and system layout.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must be able to obtain a US DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Facilities Engineering (or a closely related discipline). An advanced degree or relevant professional certifications are a plus.
Stakeholder Coordination: Strong oral and written communication skills, with a history of collaborating with cross‑functional teams, senior leadership, and external contractors to prioritize work based on funding availability and operational impact.
Facility‑Maintenance Expertise: Documented hands‑on experience in the operation, preventive‑maintenance, and reliability improvement of building systems (HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, fire‑protection, and general infrastructure).
Project Planning & Execution: Proven ability to develop detailed project plans, generate SOWs, select and manage vendors, oversee procurement, and drive projects from concept through commissioning and close‑out.
Budget Management: Demonstrated skill in creating, tracking, and reconciling multi‑disciplinary functional budgets; ability to align spending with funding constraints and forecast financial impacts.
Analytical & Problem‑Solving Skills: Strong quantitative aptitude for cost‑benefit analysis, root‑cause investigations, and data‑driven decision making.
Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (NFPA, OSHA, ASHRAE, DoD security classifications) and ability to ensure compliance throughout project lifecycles.
Software Proficiency: Comfortable using CMMS (e.g., Maximo, FM:Systems), project‑management tools, and BIM/ CAD platforms (AutoCAD, Revit).
Adaptability & Travel: Willingness to travel within a 2‑hour radius of Huntsville, including occasional overnight stays, and to respond flexibly to shifting priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

Manage work‑order requests
Manage space rearrangements
Manage small‑scale projects on-site
Provide support to nearby branch locations (within a reasonable driving distance)
Develop long-term seating plans
Manage classified‑lab expansions
Ensure flawless execution of customer- and executive-level events
Prioritization of requests against funding availability and contractual restrictions