Project Engineer

Lockheed Martin; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, is seeking a Project Engineer to lead planning, execution, and delivery of facilities projects across the organization. You will serve as the primary liaison among Facilities, Program Management, Production Management, and leadership to develop and maintain detailed plans, schedules, and status artifacts, ensuring timely outcomes.

The role requires coordinating with multiple teams, driving regular coordination meetings, and producing status reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in high‑pressure environments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship).

Responsibilities

• Drive planning, execution, and delivery of facilities projects.
• Act as liaison among Facilities, Program Management, Production Management and leadership.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and status artifacts.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Excel

Project management

Communication

MS Project

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Tools

MS Project

SAP

Job description

Standard Job Description

Coordinates planning, organization, control, integration and completion of engineering projects within area of assigned responsibility. Plans and formulates engineering program; reviews product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications. Evaluates and approves design changes, specification and drawing releases. Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems.

Standard Job Description

Coordinates planning, organization, control, integration and completion of engineering projects within area of assigned responsibility. Plans and formulates engineering program; reviews product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications. Evaluates and approves design changes, specification and drawing releases. Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems.

You will be the Project Engineer for Lockheed Martin's Missiles & Fire Control Operations Engineering team. Our team is responsible for delivering high‑impact facilities projects that enable Lockheed Martin’s mission success.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Project Engineer you will be responsible for driving the planning, execution, and delivery of facilities projects across the organization. Serving as the primary liaison among Facilities, Program Management, Production Management, and functional leadership, you will develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and status artifacts to ensure timely project outcomes.

Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Project Planning & Scheduling
• Develop comprehensive project plans and schedules
• Maintain baseline schedules, track critical paths, and update forecasts in response to scope changes or risks.
• Cross Functional Coordination
• Partner with Facilities, Program Management, Production, and Engineering, teams to define requirements, milestones, and deliverables.
• Facilitate regular coordination meetings, capture action items, and close loops on decisions.
• Stakeholder Communication
• Produce and distribute regular status reports to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Why Join Us

You are a results‑focused Project Engineer who thrives in a collaborative, fast‑moving environment. This role offers clear ownership of complex projects, direct exposure to senior leadership, and the chance to make a tangible impact on critical infrastructure. Enjoy a work‑life balance supported by flexible scheduling and a location with easy access to Boston.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Chelmsford. Discover more about our Chelmsford, Massachusetts location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN -This position is located at a facility that requiresspecial access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secretclearance.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for data analysis.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in high‑pressure, fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environments.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, from shop floor to executive leadership.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.

Desired Skills

• 2-3 years of project engineering or coordination experience on construction/facilities projects.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment for the aerospace or defense industry.
• Proficient with project scheduling tools (MS Project, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of capital project planning, construction coordination, and large‑scale equipment integration.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Trained.
• Understanding or previous experience with SAP

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $79300.00 - $147300.00

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.