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Lockheed Martin · 1 month ago

Project Engineer IV (Secret Clearance)

Lockheed Martin is a leader in developing and integrating cutting-edge technologies for missile defense. The Project Engineer IV will partner with the Agile Release Train Engineering Manager to coordinate complex engineering projects, manage performance and compliance, and present updates to stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Driving agile ceremonies
Managing cost, schedule, and performance through EVMS tools
Overseeing system integration
Ensuring compliance with program requirements, DCMA audits, and fiscal policies
Actively mitigating risks
Leading design-review sessions
Supporting proposal development and engineering change estimates
Presenting technical and programmatic updates to senior leadership, stakeholders, and customers

Qualification

Agile project leadershipEarned Value Management SystemRisk identificationMitigationNetwork Engineering ExpertiseAgile & Project Management CertificationsBroad IT KnowledgeData analysisCommunication skillsCross-functional team leadership

Required

An Active Final Secret security clearance is required prior to starting
Experience managing large‑scale, systems‑engineered projects in a defense or aerospace environment
Proven ability to execute Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and data management using established Agile tools
Hands‑on experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS) tools for cost, schedule, and performance tracking
Demonstrated competence in risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution
Experience conducting product design reviews and ensuring compliance with engineering standards, contract requirements, and customer specifications
Strong written and oral communication skills; able to prepare and present technical/programmatic briefings to senior leadership and customers
Ability to facilitate DCMA audits, baseline reviews, and fiscal compliance processes

Preferred

A TS clearance is a plus
Agile & Project Management Certifications – Certified Scrum Master, PMI‑ACP, or comparable Agile certification; active PMP® certification preferred
Network Engineering Expertise – Architecture design, LAN/WAN implementation, SDN, routing & switching protocols, performance monitoring, and capacity planning
Broad IT Knowledge – Systems administration, cloud/virtualization platforms, cybersecurity fundamentals (risk assessment, secure architecture, threat detection, incident response)
Understanding of the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications program and its role in missile‑defense operations
Prior role leading cross‑functional teams and mentoring junior engineers
CAM/EVM Proficiency – Working knowledge of Lockheed Martin CAM/CAM Analyst processes (CPS‑070, PPMD) and PPMP; recent CAM/EVM training or willingness to complete within six months of hire
EVM Implementation on Agile Programs – Experience integrating Earned Value Management within an Agile development environment
Ability to perform data analysis for engineering estimates, change proposals, and cost forecasting
Proven track record of tight coordination with multiple stakeholders across ARTs and program entities

Benefits

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
Holidays

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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