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Lockheed Martin is seeking Project Engineer/Control Account Manager (CAM) to join the SDA Portfolio supporting the SDA Systems Engineering team. SDA CAM Duties include leading, planning, budgeting, and managing the technical/schedule/cost performance for the Systems Engineering team. The SDA CAM will sit at the intersection of engineering execution and program management — helping our Chief Systems Engineers (CSEs) maintain real-time visibility into headcount, schedule, and cost performance across multiple programs. This role requires precision, clear communication, and a continuous improvement mindset.
The Project Engineer will interact with a multi-disciplinary engineering team through development and production phases. The preferred candidate should have prior experience with cost, schedule, and technical management of systems with a significant budget. In addition to the primary role of a Project Engineer/CAM the candidate may be expected to provide support for other tasks to include ROM and Proposal coordination and input, which will include BOE coordination and writing.
In this role you will:
- Address headcount challenges and resource constraints
- Manage control account performance and elevate concerns/issues to program management and/or other impacted stakeholders
- Identify risks and opportunities and implement approved actions
- Manage resources, analyze trends, and develop analytics to ensure credible schedules and Estimates at Complete (EACs)
- Identify and manage control accounts’ schedule health and critical path
- Analyze and report variances and proactively implement corrective actions
- Ensure all EVM required documentation is complete and meets compliance requirements for responsible control accounts
- Ensure current CAM certification and training is always maintained
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.
- Demonstrated experience leading organizational and project implementations while managing schedules, budgets, and cost constraints
- Experience acting Control Account Manager (CAM) or CAM delegate
- Working knowledge or experience supporting proposal or Basis of Estimate (BOE) activities
- Experience with Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development and scheduling tools (e.g. MS Project, Open Plan)
- Experience with earned value management principles and variance analysis
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or complex systems development environments
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products with advanced Excel skills
- Attention to detail — produces accurate, traceable deliverables with consistency across complex data sets
- Business acumen — understands program financials, contract constraints, and resource trade-offs
- Effective communication — translates complex CAM data into clear, actionable narrative for SE leadership
- Innovative thinking — seeks smarter ways to track, report, and improve execution processes
- Experience with systems engineering domain of work and work products
- Demonstrated behaviors of a systems thinker with the ability to select and apply appropriate systems thinking skills
- Experience supporting multi-program environments
- Risk and Opportunity Management experience
- Demonstrated project management experience and problem-solving skills
- Experience driving continuous improvement and common process across diverse stakeholder groups
- Ability to develop solutions to problems which require the use of ingenuity and innovation
- Experience coordinating with multiple engineering functions
- Ability to partner and work effectively with key stakeholders
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00
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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.
Skills Required
- Experience leading organizational and project implementations while managing schedules, budgets, and cost constraints
- Experience acting as a Control Account Manager or CAM delegate
- Working knowledge or experience supporting proposals or Basis of Estimate activities
- Experience developing Integrated Master Schedules and using scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Open Plan
- Experience with earned value management principles and variance analysis
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or complex systems development environments
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products with advanced Excel skills
- Attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, traceable deliverables across complex data sets
- Business acumen involving program financials, contract constraints, and resource trade-offs
- Effective communication skills for translating CAM data into actionable narratives
- Innovative thinking and continuous process improvement experience
- Experience with systems engineering domains and work products
- Systems thinking skills and ability to apply appropriate systems-thinking methods
- Experience supporting multiple programs
- Risk and opportunity management experience
- Demonstrated project management and problem-solving experience
- Experience driving common processes across diverse stakeholder groups
- Ability to develop innovative solutions to complex problems
- Experience coordinating with multiple engineering functions
- Ability to partner and work effectively with key stakeholders
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as a standout element, with a strong 401(k) program and options like an employee stock purchase plan. Feedback suggests these features meaningfully enhance total compensation and long‑term financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is portrayed as comprehensive from day one, with multiple plan options, mental health resources, and virtual care. Wellness supports such as on‑site services and preventive programs are also highlighted.
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Flexible Benefits — Work arrangements often include compressed schedules and telework, contributing to a favorable work‑life balance. Feedback suggests this flexibility is a key reason many view the overall package positively.
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