Mechanical Design Engineer Senior

Job Description

You will be the Mechanical Design Engineer for the Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) Product Center. Our team drives the design, development, and testing of next generation solid rocket motors that power critical defense and aerospace missions.

What You Will Be Doing
As the Mechanical Design Engineer you will be responsible for turning innovative concepts into reliable hardware. Working within a cross functional Integrated Product Team (IPT), you'll lead the mechanical design effort, collaborate with suppliers, and ensure our SRM hardware meets stringent performance, cost, and schedule goals.

Your responsibilities will include:

Lead mechanical design activities in Creo, generating 3 D models, detailed drawings, and BOMs in Windchill.
Conduct trade studies that evaluate cost, weight, structural integrity, and thermal performance.
Coordinate fabrication with machine shops and external suppliers, overseeing tooling, fixtures, and build plans.
Develop and execute mechanical Environmental Design Verification Tests (DVT) for energetics and live ordnance hardware.
Create designs using a variety of non standard materials-including metals, composites, and additive manufactured parts-tailored for SRM applications.
Calculate total product margins (TPMs), identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
Support cross functional IPT meetings, providing status updates and technical insight.
Maintain configuration control and documentation compliance throughout the product lifecycle.

Why Join Us
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus. If you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

You are a creative, hands on mechanical engineer who thrives in a fast paced, collaborative environment. Whether you bring direct SRM experience or a strong desire to master it, you'll be empowered to innovate with cutting edge materials and testing methods. At Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control you'll work alongside world class experts, access state of the art facilities, and contribute to mission critical systems that protect our nation. If you're a U.S. citizen with a proven track record in defense or aerospace mechanical design, a passion for problem solving, and the drive to see concepts through from sketch to launch, this is the role for you. Apply now and help shape the future of solid rocket technology.

We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Orlando, FL.

The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a related field from an accredited university with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Proficiency in PTC CREO

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials selection, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.

Solid knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) in accordance with ASME Y14.5.

Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Ability to obtain DoD Secret Clearance.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Detail-oriented with a focus on process and quality.

Desired skills

Experience with solid rocket motors.

Processing engineering to release using Model Based Design (MBD).

Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and/or Design for Affordability (DFA).

Understanding the processes surrounding ordnance handling /shipping and test.

EEO

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.

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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.

Other Important Information

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

Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

Work Schedule Information

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.

National Pay Statement

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 $85,500 - $150,765. 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.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $98,300 - $170,315. 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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.