Material and Process Engineer Senior

Description

You will be the Material and Process Eng Snr for the Low Observable (LO) Materials team which is responsible for advancing low observable material technologies across multiple programs, driving research, development, and production readiness within the LO Materials team.

As the Material and Process Eng Snr you will be responsible for advancing low observable material technologies across multiple programs, driving research, development, and production readiness within the LO Materials team.

• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to design, develop, fabricate, and test low observable materials and systems.
• Develop and execute material development plans, process development, and test methods for thin films, polymers, composites, metals, and additively‑manufactured materials.
• Author material and process specifications, lab reports, and formal documentation of all work performed.
• Support manufacturing process development, scale‑up, and coordinate with external suppliers on technical issues.
• Perform life‑cycle analyses including sustainability, reliability, availability, and maintainability.

We support work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Lockheed Martin offers a comprehensive benefits package.

You are a collaborative, technically versatile engineer who thrives in hands‑on environments and enjoys solving challenging material and process problems. Your ability to bridge multiple disciplines, communicate clearly, and drive projects from concept to production makes this role uniquely impactful.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.

• Bachelor of Science in Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering (or similar technical degree)
• 3+ years experience with aerospace materials (polymers, composites, metals, etc.)—development, production, and/or testing of materials (or equivalent)
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance and special program access; U.S. citizenship is required
• Ability to obtain a respirator certification, as use of a respirator is required for this position

• Experience with electrical and mechanical material characterization techniques and process development
• Experience working in a lab environment or previous experience in a hands‑on and/or manufacturing environment
• Experience with data analysis, review, compilation, and presentation
• Excellent technical documentation and writing skills for creating/revising material and process specifications, reports, and test plans
• Excellent teammate; willing and able to work in a laboratory environment by themselves or with other team members
• Experience with project planning and project management
• Experience establishing, tracking, and maintaining deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to plan/coordinate lab activities
• Experience building effective internal and external customer relationships
• Advanced degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering or equivalent
• Experience preparing and delivering technical presentations to supporting teams and leadership

This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a U.S. citizen for consideration.

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

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. Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.