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.
Come work with multidisciplinary engineers focused on delivering world class Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE). You will be responsible for the designs solutions that support the Organization. As an Engineer, you will work with a diverse work force responsible for the development, design, fabrication, test, and delivery of MGSE. Job responsibilities include:
- Independently develop mechanical design solutions of varying complexity using solid models, detailed drawings, and release of engineering work products.
- Review requirements from various sources (stress, dynamics, systems, thermal, manufacturing, etc.) to ensure that applicable requirements are flowed into the detailed design of assigned products.
- Collaborate with peers, configuration management, and manufacturing to ensure program requirements and schedules are met.
- Contribute to the completion of Program achievements by the release of accurate, error-free, affordable and producible engineering designs.
The ideal candidate will have good communications skills (both oral and written) and a background in Mechanical Engineering processes. A willingness to travel is required.
The Mechanical Engineer will work with their team and stakeholders to develop requirements, lead design efforts and formal design reviews, and equipment verification for mechanical ground support equipment (MGSE), including handling, lifting, testing, assembly, and transportation of mechanical, electrical, and RF components. Responsibilities include:
- Use Creo to develop models, assemblies, and drawings.
- Partner multidisciplinary team members with design direction adhering to equipment requirements.
- Perform design reviews to present the designs to stakeholder for approval.
- Conduct on-site verification of as-built hardware.
Basic Qualifications:Qualified candidate will have or be able to:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline from an accredited institution, or equivilent combination of experience and education.
- Minimum of 1+ years of professional experience in mechanical engineering or a related field.
- Demonstrated understanding of mechnical engineering fundamentals, including structures, mechanisms, material properties & selection, and analysis techniques.
- Hands-on experience in mechanical design/or manufacturing, including interpretation of engineering drawings and specifications.
- Minimum of 1+ years of experience with CAD tools (CREO, Solidworks, etc...) and experience with model-based defintion.
- Working knowledge of Product Data Management (PDM) systems.
- Understanding of ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards and its application in design and drafting.
- Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance. US Citizenship required.
Desired Skills:Desirable candidate will have or be able to:
- Working knowledge of industry standards and federal regulations including ANSI, OSHA, AIAA, and AWS standards applicable to mechanical and structural systems.
- Experience collaborating in cross-functional, multidisciplinary product development teams.
- Knowledge of LM Space command media.
- Current US Security Clearance.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression 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
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.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Mechanical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
