Materials Test Engineer

Description:We are seeking a Materials Test Engineer to provide technical support and experience to plan, prepare, and execute testing of development and flight aerospace materials at the Materials Technology & Mechanisms Test Lab at Lockheed Martin Space.

In this position, you will coordinate and interface directly with program engineering, production colleagues, technicians, quality, planners, and others to support all stages of the product life cycle for aerospace materials used in structural, thermal protection and various other applications. A successful candidate is a self-starter with strong knowledge in material specifications, manufacturing and processes, thermal processing, and mechanical testing as they apply to aerospace materials science. A successful candidate has demonstrated the ability to learn and apply solutions to difficult engineering and operational challenges, via action both independently and in a team environment. This is a hands-on position operating in a laboratory environment developing and executing test solutions that support development, qualification, acceptance, or investigation of products used in human / robotic space exploration, navigation, communications, and national security.
Basic Qualifications:
Strong knowledge of three or more of the following: nonferrous metals, composite materials and structural systems, additive manufacturing, elastomers, epoxies, thin films / coatings, fracture mechanics, fatigue, or manufacturing processes

Strong technical writing, communication, project and time management skills

Demonstrated ability to interpret and develop detailed test requirements from varying degrees of maturity to properly specify load, deflection, constraints and degrees of freedom, thermal, and functional environments and measurements

Demonstrating the ability to remain organized in a fast-paced environment, supporting multiple simultaneous objectives

Demonstrated ability to become a certified test conductor, acting as the person in charge who is accountable to multi-disciplinary teams, successfully applying test knowledge and execution discipline, and validating processes
Desired Skills:
Prior related practicable field, shop, or factory experience

Relevant professional experience or Master of Science degree in Materials Science or related discipline

Working knowledge of ASTM testing, LabVIEW, environmental testing (load / deflection, thermal and thermal vacuum), MATLAB, etc

Familiarity and comfort operating and troubleshooting equipment including servo-hydraulic / electro-mechanical load frames, instrumentation / data acquisition

Knowledge in test script development, data processing techniques, and formal writing of procedural instructions and data reports

Demonstrated experience and commitment to knowledge continuity and continuous process improvement

Demonstrated ability to design (CREO preferred) and analyze standard and creative solutions for coupons and configurations to be fabricated and set-up

Strong ability to carefully identify, explain, and resolve anomalous conditions as well as nominal deliverable data
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: 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.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off
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 $70,100 - $123,625. 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.
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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Materials Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First