Wind Tunnel Engineer - Level 4

Job Description

You will be the Wind Tunnel Engineer - Level 4 for the Aerodynamics Test Team which is responsible for delivering high‑fidelity wind‑tunnel testing and aerodynamic research for government and commercial programs.

As the Wind Tunnel Engineer - Level 4 you will be responsible for leading technical efforts in onsite aerodynamic labs while supporting a multidisciplinary engineering team.

• Coordinate with internal Lockheed Martin customers to define test schedules, requirements, and technical approaches.
• Guide model design, fabrication, instrumentation, and installation using mechanical‑design expertise and CATIA modeling.
• Plan and track project performance, budgets, and schedules to align with functional organization goals.
• Maintain and enhance custom LabVIEW‑based software, supporting data‑acquisition hardware, motion‑control, and pressure‑measurement systems.
• Enforce rigorous safety standards across large wind tunnels, smaller aerodynamic labs, and associated high‑pressure/vacuum equipment.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government Secret security clearance and be located at a facility that requires special access.
• Experience working in a high‑tech lab testing environment.
• Knowledge and drive to enhance management of test projects.
• Willing to travel for off‑site testing for potentially multiple weeks per year.

• Knowledge of Data Acquisition Systems, primarily focused on the acquisition of data from pressure transducers, strain gauges, and temperature probes.
• Willingness to work hands‑on in a laboratory environment.
• Experience in wind tunnel testing.
• Knowledge of National Instruments LABVIEW to maintain and develop new capabilities.
• Experience with Matlab.
• Experience with 3‑D Solid Modeling CAD systems.
• Experience in instrumentation design and installation.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to develop clear technical presentations for customers and suppliers.
• Microsoft Office Skills – Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Project.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. 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 collaborative leader with proven experience in wind‑tunnel and aerodynamic‑lab environments. Your background includes strong mechanical‑design skills, hands‑on model development, and proficiency with LabVIEW and CATIA. You communicate clearly with customers and cross‑functional teams, prioritize safety, and mentor engineers at all career stages. A willingness to learn from subject‑matter experts and drive continuous improvement defines your impact.

The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.