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Project Engineer - E2

Lockheed Martin logoLockheed Martin$70,500–$130,900/yrCape Canaveral, FL, United StatesFull-timePosted 2mo ago

This posting asks for U.S. citizenship. It also names a Secret clearance.

The posting offers a 9/80, 4/10 or other compressed week. More with a 9/80 schedule

About the role

Standard 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!

The design team member will support design and construction of Weapons System Infrastructure & Capabilities (WSIC) projects to include major facility modifications, construction projects, and support equipment installation projects for the Trident II missile. During Design, the design team member will develop and review facility engineering design packages, including drawings and sketches, technical specifications, and cost estimates. Facility project designs will be evaluated for compliance with engineering principles and best practices, company standards and policies, customer contract requirements, and relevant specifications and regulations. During construction, the design team member will review and interpret construction plans and specifications to ensure alignment with design intent. Regular site visits will be conducted to verify that constructed facilities meet design specifications and company requirements. Any construction deviations or deficiencies will be identified and reported to the project team, and corrective actions will be ensured.

Please note that this position does NOT support teleworking; the preferred candidate will be located near our Lockheed Martin Space facility in Cape Canaveral, FL, and will be expected to work in the office.

The information below reflects the standard job description for this position:

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.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Structural Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Ability to read and interpret facility design drawings and specifications
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to work on multiple projects in parallel
  • Proficient in Microsoft products
  • Willingness to travel
  • Ability to obtain a Secret clearance (U.S. citizenship required)

Desired Skills

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Professional certification in architecture, engineering, or a related field (e.g. LEED AP, PE)
  • Knowledge of construction codes, regulations and industry standards
  • Experience creating cost estimates for facility projects
  • Familiarity with the military construction (MILCON) process
  • Experience with construction inspection and oversight
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for briefings and stakeholder coordination

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $70500.00 - $130900.00

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.

Copied from the listing Lockheed Martin published, verified 30 Oct 2026.

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Lockheed Martin Space builds GPS and missile warning satellites, NASA's Orion crew capsule and deep space probes.

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