Fuel System Engineer

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aeronautical engineering
• Experience in fuel system architecture development, analysis, and/or troubleshooting
• Analytical background in fluid / thermal dynamics using solvers such as AMESIM or Flomaster

You will be the Fuel System Engineer for the Utility Systems IPT which is responsible for...

As the Fuel System Engineer you will be responsible for delivering fluid and mechanical engineering solutions within advanced development programs, focusing on aircraft fuel system design, analysis, and aerial refueling.

• Lead system‑level fuel design and analysis to meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional IPT members to translate customer requirements into integrated system solutions.
• Develop and validate aero‑refueling concepts and support test planning and execution.
• Manage technical trade studies balancing schedule, cost, and risk.
• Provide technical guidance and documentation throughout the product lifecycle.

• Prior experience with Aerial Refueling Systems
• Knowledgeable of governing specifications and standards
• Prior defense or aerospace industry customer experience
• Prior technical team experience related to the development or support of aircraft fuel systems
• Experience with defense / aerospace industry supplier management
• Experience troubleshooting faults on complex systems
• Experience creating, updating, and releasing engineering drawings

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. 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.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Interim Secret clearance to start.

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.

Onsite Full-time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.