Senior Project Engineer

Process Excellence LeadThe Process Excellence Lead is responsible for identifying, designing, and implementing opportunities to improve business processes through standardization, automation, data visualization, and continuous improvement. This role partners with functional teams, business area representatives, and technical organizations to simplify complex processes, eliminate unnecessary work, improve visibility, and enable more efficient and consistent execution. The ideal candidate is a creative problem solver who can move fluidly between understanding business processes, analyzing data, developing practical solutions, and driving adoption. The role requires someone who is comfortable challenging the status quo and turning ideas into sustainable improvements.Key ResponsibilitiesAnalyze existing business processes to identify inefficiencies, redundancies, manual activities, and opportunities for standardization.Develop and implement standardized processes, tools, templates, and ways of working across teams and organizations.Identify opportunities to automate repetitive or manual activities using available enterprise tools and technologies.Develop visual reports, dashboards, metrics, and other management tools that provide actionable insight into process performance and workload.Translate business needs and process pain points into practical, scalable, and sustainable solutions.Partner with functional and technical teams to develop, implement, and sustain process improvements.Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept solutions to demonstrate potential improvements.Leverage data to identify trends, measure performance, and quantify the impact of process improvements.Document new processes, standard work, procedures, and supporting tools.Support change management and adoption of new processes and automated solutions.Continuously seek opportunities to simplify the way work gets done and reduce non-value-added activity.Basic QualificationsBachelor's degree in an engineering, computer science, analytics, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent professional experience.Demonstrated experience analyzing, documenting, and improving business processes, identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and operational effectiveness.Experience developing meaningful reports, dashboards, metrics, and data-driven visualizations that translate complex information into clear, actionable insights.Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functional and technical teams, facilitate discussions, communicate complex concepts clearly, and present recommendations to diverse audiences.Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Jira, SAP Focused Build, and Tableau.Desired SkillsStrong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, develop practical approaches, prioritize competing requirements, and drive initiatives through completion.Experience with process automation and workflow tools such as Power Automate, Power Apps, or similar technologies.Experience developing advanced Excel solutions, including Power Query, Power Pivot, macros/VBA, or similar capabilities.Experience with business intelligence and data visualization platforms.Experience with 1LMX teams, tools, and business processes.Experience with Agile development methodologies and working in cross-functional product teams.Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, value stream mapping, or other continuous improvement methodologies.Experience developing prototypes, proof-of-concepts, and minimum viable solutions.Experience with data analysis, data modeling, and integrating data from multiple sources.Experience developing executive-level visualizations and management reporting.Knowledge of change management principles and experience driving adoption of new processes and tools.Experience identifying opportunities to eliminate manual work and improve employee experience.Curiosity and willingness to experiment with new technologies and unconventional approaches to solving business problems.Industry certifications (ex. PMP, CSM, CSPO).Pay InformationGeoZone Definition: GeoZones are geographic groupings created by Lockheed Martin to align compensation ranges with regional labor markets and cost-of-labor differences across the United States. Locations are assigned a Geo Zone based on the primary work location of the role.Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $161300.00 - $299500.00 Includes metropolitan areas such as Sunnyvale CA; Pal Alto, CA; New York City metropolitan area; Newark, New Jersey; etc.Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 2): $145100.00 - $269500.00 Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc.Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): $129000.00 - $239600.00 Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas–Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc.Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): $116100.00 - $215700.00 Includes metropolitan areas such as Camden, AR; Lexington, KY; Ocala, FL; Lufkin, TX; etc.At 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.