Mechanical Engineer Sr - E3

Standard Job 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.

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. Fleet Ballistic Missiles (FBM) is one of Lockheed Martin’s best-in-class Lines of Businesses that prioritizes partnership, integrity, and reliability.

The Propulsion group is an organization that supports the Propulsion, Structures, Ordnance, and Controls directorate within FBM that is responsible for the manufacturing and production of the boost rocket motor subsystem. This position is for a Mechanical Engineer Sr. whose responsibilities will focus on propulsion hardware, manufacturing processes, and requalification efforts. Collaborating well in a team environment and having excellent communication skills are key to success in this position.

In this role, the candidate will have numerous opportunities to represent the Propulsion IPT with our partners (customer and subcontractor), with many opportunities for career development along the way. The information below reflects the standard job description for this position:
Researches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline - Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field of study
• Any combination of exposure to: engineering project management, propulsion rocketry, manufacturing, and/or energetics
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance

• Missile and/or aerospace related education or experience
• Experience with FBM processes and products
• Hardware experience including, analysis, assembly, integration, and test
• Experience with EVM and developing Basis of Estimates, Technical Evaluations, and SSOWs
• Excellent verbal/written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with technical and non-technical audiences
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice

Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00 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. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general…