Project Engineer II - Technical Execution

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Project Engineer to support production readiness and manufacturing execution within the Reentry Operations Center. This role partners closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, tooling, and operations teams to help transition products and processes into stable, repeatable production. You’ll help solve technical production challenges, improve manufacturing performance, and support process execution in a fast‑paced production environment. Key Responsibilities Support the transition of products and processes into production Partner with engineering and operations teams to improve manufacturing execution Identify and help resolve production risks, technical issues, and process gaps Coordinate with design, manufacturing, tooling, quality, and test teams to improve producibility Support manufacturing process development and production readiness activities Assist with process improvement and operational stability initiatives Help drive technical execution in a scaling production environment Work Environment Collaborative, cross‑functional manufacturing and engineering environment Combination of technical coordination, production support, and problem solving Fast‑paced environment focused on production execution and operational readiness Frequent interaction with manufacturing and shop floor teams Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience Experience working in manufacturing, production, engineering, or industrial environments Experience supporting technical problem solving or resolving production‑related issues Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance Desired Skills Experience supporting production ramp‑up, manufacturing transition, or new product introduction activities Familiarity with machining, fabrication, assembly, tooling, or production testing Experience with root cause analysis and corrective actions Understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) or Design for Assembly (DFA) Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methods Experience working in aerospace, defense, or high‑precision manufacturing environments Active Secret Clearance Security Clearance This position requires a government security clearance, and you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret. Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lockheed Martin