Manufacturing Project Engineer III

Lockheed Martin•King of Prussia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Project Engineer III 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

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