Manufacturing Engineer - Early Professional - Level 2
Lockheed Martin · Moorestown, NJ
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $79k–$147k
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Lockheed Martin (aerospace & defense) in Moorestown, NJ.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- MES
- Base pay
- $79k–$147k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in New Jersey: typical posted base $100k–$172k. This one lists $79k–$147k.
Median of the low and high ends of 10 live postings that list pay, out of 56 manufacturing engineer openings in New Jersey, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
New Jersey plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 55 other live manufacturing postings in New Jersey.
- Base pay
- About 17% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 10+)
Typical $100k–$172k, from 9 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 10+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 75%
- Lean 73%
- Team leadership 71%
- 5S 64%
- Capacity planning 64%
- Time studies 61%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for MES, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Lockheed Martin
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
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- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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This plant: Lockheed Martin in Moorestown
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Full description from Lockheed MartinAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Who you are
You are a detail-oriented professional with technical exposure to manufacturing execution systems and a strong aptitude for project management. You possess the communication skills necessary to collaborate across multiple sites and the drive to implement continuous system improvements.
A level 2 employee is an early career professional and typically has 1 to 2+ years of professional experience.
Qualifications
- ✓Manufacturing experience and exposure to production work instructions and MES platforms
- ✓Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
- ✓Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook)
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering related field or equivalent professional experience
- ✓Candidate must be willing to travel to support system training and roll-outs
- ✓This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
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.
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Standard Job Description
What we’re doing
At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we're on a mission to drive innovation and uphold the highest standards of business ethics. We believe that by pushing the boundaries of visionary thinking, we can achieve exceptional results. As a Lockheed Martin employee, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in an environment that values integrity and excellence.
The work
We are seeking an organized, results‑driven professional to support the Moorestown manufacturing execution systems as a site POC for user support, troubleshooting, and future 1LMX system deployment efforts.
include
- •Support Moorestown Operations team on the manufacturing execution system (MES) and engineering process planning tools, ensuring high-availability and quick issue resolution
- •Assist in the development, testing, and future training for the new 1LMX Apriso / MPMLink deployment
- •Collaborate with multiple sites to diagnose and resolve technical production problems, aligning solutions with business goals
- •Drive continuous improvement initiatives across processes and systems
- •Operate in a mix of office, remote, and production floor environments
- •Travel as required to support system training, roll‑outs, and on‑site troubleshooting
- •US citizenship is required
Why join us
In this role you will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of digital transformation by implementing the 1LMX system, directly impacting the efficiency and success of our manufacturing operations.
Our benefits are built to match the caliber of your work. Reliable, high performing, and mission ready. You’ll enjoy world class resources, mentorship, continuous learning, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work life balance—all within a culture that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration.
Basic
Desired Skills
- +Experience with manufacturing process planning, 3D-modelling software, and engineering drawings
- +Proficiency with data analytics
- +Demonstrated project management ability: developing, tracking, and delivering tasks and schedules
- +Background in a defense, aerospace, or similarly regulated environment
Pay Information
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.