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Mechanical Engineering Manager

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King, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/22/2026
Job Description

Space 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.

Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineering

Manager to join our Strategic Reentry Programs team in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.

As a leader, the selected candidate will manage definition, interpretation, and implementation of design requirements, task delegation, coordination and execution of hardware designs, development and integration of hardware custom and procured mechanical structural assemblies in accordance with engineering process specifications.

Ensure designs adhere to LM Common Integrated

Processes as documented in Command Media, and drive process improvement into the design culture. Provide solution based technical mentoring to improve program performance and to drive error free design using proven tools, processes and predictive measures.

Primary Responsibilities Include, But Are Limited To The

following:

Provide technical guidance and oversight to a team

of mechanical engineers, including mentoring and

coaching to help them develop their skills and

expertise.

Support management of budget, schedule, and

technical aspects of the team

Support staffing efforts

Champion Strategic Reentry Programs and Mechanical Products Talent Center initiatives, aggressively pursue digital transformation efforts, and improve processes within the organization.

Perform functional leadership tasks for

personnel such as annual performance reviews,

timecards, career development, and training.

Collaborate with other engineering disciplines across

a fast-paced, dynamic program; adapting to the

rapidly changing environment of development

programs on challenging schedules

Promote a positive teamwork culture

Basic Qualifications

Strong background in mechanical engineering

principles, including analysis and design

Experience as a technical lead, manager, or Product

Owner of an engineering team

Active or Current DoD Secret Security Clearance

required prior to start

Desired Skills

Strong leadership and technical skills, with the ability

to lead and motivate a team of mechanical engineers.

Experience updating project execution schedules

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,

with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-

functional teams.

Strong knowledge of program management

principles, including scheduling, budgeting, and

resource allocation.

Active or Current DoD Top Secret Security Clearance

EEO

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.



  • At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

    With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

    If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

    Other Important Information

    By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

    Work Schedule Information

    Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

    National Pay Statement

    Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $122,900 - $216,660. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.

    Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

    (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.

    This position is incentive plan eligible.

    Premium Pay Statement

    Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $141,300 - $244,835. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.

    Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

    This position is incentive plan eligible.

    Salary : $122,900 - $216,660

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