Advanced Machining Manufacturing Engineering Mgr

Requisition ID: 11225ERP Eligible?: YesRelocation: PossibleType: LeaderShift: 1Clearance Prior to Start: NoneFinal Clearance: SecretPay Transparency: $145,100.00 - $269,500.00Experience Level: Experienced ProfessionalFT/PT/Casual: FullTimeDepartment: SpaceBusiness Unit: SpaceStandard Job DescriptionRole OverviewLockheed Martin Space is seeking an Advanced Machining Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead machine shop production operations in Valley Forge/King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. This role is responsible for ensuring manufacturing teams, equipment, facilities, and processes are aligned to meet cost, schedule, and quality objectives while supporting critical national defense programs.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the shaping and development of the production activity for all machine shop products.Establish personnel, equipment, and facility resources needed for execution.Ensure manufacturing engineering team is staffed, prepared, and executing to schedule commitments.Partner with program leaders and functional organizations to achieve program objectives.Drive operational efficiency, affordability, and continuous improvement initiatives.Standardize manufacturing processes and promote adoption of best practices.Support efforts to reduce cycle time and improve production performance.Monitor execution against cost, schedule, and quality targets.Prioritize competing production demands and make sound operational decisions.Identify, manage, and mitigate manufacturing and program risks.Represent the organization on significant production and operational matters.Work EnvironmentFast-paced manufacturing and production environment.High level of collaboration with engineering, quality, supply chain, operations, and program leadership teams.Supports multiple programs and competing priorities.Focused on execution, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.Work directly contributes to national defense and strategic aerospace programs.Why You’ll Love This RoleLead manufacturing engineers that support mission-critical defense programs.Influence production strategy, resource planning, and operational performance.Work alongside experienced technical and program leaders.Drive meaningful improvements in manufacturing efficiency and execution.Contribute to advanced aerospace and defense technologies with real-world impact.About Lockheed Martin SpaceSpace 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 Lockheed Martin 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.Basic QualificationsTo be considered, candidates must meet all requirements listed:Experience working in a machine shop or manufacturing production environment.Experience supporting or leading rate production operations.Leadership experience directing teams, production activities, or manufacturing operations.Experience managing production priorities while supporting cost, schedule, quality, and delivery objectives.Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.Desired SkillsNice-to-have skills that strengthen candidacy but are not required:Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.Strong understanding of advanced machining processes and manufacturing operations.Experience transitioning hardware from development or prototype phases into production.Experience with manufacturing schedules, program execution, and performance tracking.Experience leading cross-functional teams in a production environment.Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training or certification.Experience supporting facility layout, expansion, or manufacturing infrastructure projects.Experience supporting development and sustainment programs throughout the program lifecycle.Proposal, Basis of Estimate (BOE), or Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) experience.Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including Department of Defense customers.Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Management, Supply Chain, Finance, Information Technology, Mathematics, or a related field, or equivalent experience.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.