Manufacturing Project Engineering Manager

Requisition ID: 12251ERP Eligible?: YesRelocation: PossibleType: LeaderShift: 1Clearance Prior to Start: NoneFinal Clearance: Top SecretPay Transparency: $145,100.00 - $269,500.00Experience Level: Experienced ProfessionalFT/PT/Casual: FullTimeDepartment: SpaceBusiness Unit: SpaceStandard Job DescriptionRole OverviewThe Manufacturing Project Engineering Manager leads a team of project managers overseeing the development and production of weapon systems, ground-support equipment, and satellite electronics.This functional role focuses on building strong people and processes to sustain growth.Key ResponsibilitiesRecruiting, onboarding, evaluating staff, managing compensation, recognition, disciplinary actions and assigning personnel to project phases.The manager standardizes manufacturing project execution, aligns schedules with milestones, and resolves manufacturing and test issues through cross-functional coordination and root-cause analysis.Continuous-improvement is driven via Lean/Six-Sigma, tracking KPIs such as schedule adherence and defect rates.The role serves as the primary liaison for internal operations and line of business program teams, providing status briefings and mitigation plans.Requires 10%–20% travel for site visits.Basic QualificationsTo be considered, candidates must meet all requirements listed:Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or 8+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.8+ years of related experience in project management or manufacturing operations.Experience in a formal leadership role within an operations or manufacturing environment.Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.Desired SkillsNice-to-have skills that strengthen candidacy but are not required:Active Top Secret clearance strongly preferred.10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.5 years of experience managing projects in a manufacturing or other highly complex environment.Experience using an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and Manufacturing Execution System (MES).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 measurement and labor standards.Demonstrated project leadership.Demonstrated knowledge of or experience with high-mix, low-volume production operations.Cost Account Manager (CAM) experience.Demonstrated interpersonal and collaboration skills in a team environment.Strong oral and written communication skills.Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $145100.00 - $269500.00At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.