Wind Tunnel Engineer - Level 5

Job Description

You will be the Wind Tunnel Engineer - Level 5 for the Aerodynamics Test Team which is responsible for delivering high-fidelity wind-tunnel testing and aerodynamic research for large government, commercial, and laboratory facilities.

What You Will Be Doing
As the Wind Tunnel Engineer - Level 5 you will be responsible for providing senior technical leadership within onsite aerodynamic laboratories while contributing to long-range technical goals.

Your responsibilities will include:

Coordinate with internal Lockheed Martin customers to define test requirements, schedules, and technical approaches.
Lead wind-tunnel model design, fabrication, instrumentation, and installation using mechanical-design expertise and CATIA.
Oversee test execution, drive continuous improvement of test quality, hardware capability, and laboratory processes.
Maintain and enhance custom LabVIEW-based software, supporting data-acquisition, motion-control, and pressure-measurement systems.
Plan and track project performance, budgets, and schedules while ensuring rigorous safety compliance.

What's In It For You
We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. 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.

Who You Are
You are a collaborative senior engineer with proven experience in wind-tunnel and aerodynamic-lab environments. Your background includes strong mechanical-design foundations, hands-on model development, and proficiency with LabVIEW and CATIA. You excel at communicating complex technical concepts to customers and cross-functional teams, mentor engineers at all levels, and champion safety and innovation.

Further Information About This Opportunity
The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.

This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

- Experience working in 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.

Desired skills

- Knowledge of Data Acquisition Systems, primarily focused on the acquisition of data from pressure transducers, strain gages, and temperature probes.

- Knowledge of National Instruments LABVIEW to maintain and develop new capabilities.

- Willing to work hands-on in a laboratory environment.

- Experience with Matlab.

- Experience with 3-D Solid Modeling CAD systems.

- Experience in instrumentation design and installation.

- Highly motivated individual with the ability to learn continuously and the ability to identify multiple avenues to successfully reach team goals.

- 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.

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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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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Other Important Information

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Work Schedule Information

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