Overview
Manufacturing Program Engineer III; NPI & CAPEX Jobs in King of Prussia, USA at Lockheed Martin
Position: Manufacturing Program Engineer III (NPI & CAPEX)
Role Overview
Join a production-focused team responsible for planning and executing key manufacturing initiatives. This role supports new product integration, capital projects, production scheduling, capacity planning, and operational strategy. Your work will help ensure production readiness, scalability, and successful program execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support new product integration efforts from development through production
- Plan, execute, track, and report on capital expenditure projects
- Develop and maintain the production Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
- Align production schedules with program objectives and manufacturing priorities
- Support capacity planning and production scaling efforts
- Contribute to operational and production planning activities
- Identify, assess, and help mitigate production and program risks
- Support project proposals, cost estimates, budgets, and Basis of Estimates (BOEs)
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to meet project milestones and production goals
- Monitor project progress and communicate status to stakeholders
- Provide occasional weekend or off‑hour support to maintain schedule commitments
- Travel as required, up to 25%
Work Environment
- Fast‑paced manufacturing and production environment
- Highly collaborative role with operations, engineering, program management, finance, and manufacturing teams
- Combination of planning, project execution, and production support activities
- Occasional travel and off‑hours support may be required based on production needs
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Play a direct role in bringing new products into production
- Help shape manufacturing capacity and long‑term operational plans
- Lead impactful capital projects that support future growth
- Work across multiple disciplines and gain broad operational exposure
- Contribute to programs that support critical national security missions
Security Clearance
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance. Top Secret clearance required.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience managing project or production schedules in a manufacturing, operations, or logistics setting
- Experience in manufacturing, operations, or project‑based environments, with exposure to areas such as new product integration (NPI), capital projects, budgeting and cost management, capacity planning, strategic planning, or risk management
- Experience coordinating cross‑functional teams or resources to execute projects
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Power Point
- Ability to travel up to 25% domestically
- Ability to provide occasional weekend or off‑hour support when needed
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
Desired Skills (Nice‑to‑Have)
- Active Top Secret security clearance
- Experience introducing new products into a manufacturing environment
- Experience managing CAPEX projects from planning through execution
- Experience developing project budgets, cost estimates, or Basis of Estimates (BOEs)
- Experience supporting production growth, scaling, or capacity expansion
- Experience contributing to operational or manufacturing strategy
- Experience identifying and mitigating operational or program risks
EEO Statement
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Position Details
- Experience Level: Experienced Professional
- Business Unit: SPACE
- Relocation Available:
Possible - Career Area:
Manufacturing - Type:
Full‑Time - Shift: First
- Schedule:
9×80, every other Friday off
- Work location:
Onsite Full‑time at a designated Lockheed Martin facility
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Title: Manufacturing Program Engineer III; NPI & CAPEX
Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: King of Prussia, USA
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