Composites Engineer

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* Description:

** Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control  MFC  is seeking a Composites Development Lab Research Engineer to support laboratory operations and execute development efforts in advanced composite materials and processes

This role combines hands on lab execution with applied research and development  The selected candidate will support daily lab activities while contributing to internal research  IRAD  and program driven efforts

The engineer will operate in a hands on lab environment and collaborate across design, materials and processes  M&P , manufacturing, and test organizations

Key Responsibilities

Support daily operations of a composites development laboratory

Execute hands on composite manufacturing processes  tooling design, tool prep, wet layup, prepreg layup, resin infusion, oven/autoclave cure, assembly

Create and maintain 3D CAD models and engineering drawings to support tooling and hardware development

Perform tolerance stack ups and ensure fit, form, and function of assemblies

Assist in development and maturation of composite materials, processes, and tooling approaches

Support inspection and evaluation activities  NDI, visual inspection, dimensional verification

Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot lab equipment and tooling to ensure reliable and repeatable operation

Plan and execute experiments, including test setup, data collection, and reporting

Support design trade studies and concept evaluations

Contribute to and progressively take ownership of IRAD efforts, including proposal development, execution, schedule and budget tracking, and technical reporting

Present technical results to internal stakeholders and leadership

Participate in design reviews and technical interchange meetings

Collaborate with cross functional teams, including manufacturing and suppliers, to ensure producibility and cost effective designs and to transition lab developed concepts into program applications

Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and configuration control requirements

** Why Join Us*
* 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

** Further Information About This Opportunity:*
* This position is in Orlando  Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location

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* Basic Qualifications:

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* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline, or equivalent experience

Exposure to composite materials and processes  academic or professional

Demonstrated hands on engineering experience working directly with tools, materials, and hardware in a lab, shop, or similar environment  e g , fabrication, assembly, mechanical testing, or prototyping activities

Experience with 3D CAD modeling tools  Creo preferred

Strong mechanical aptitude and problem solving capability

Ability to work effectively in a team based environment

Able to obtain a secret clearance

** Desired

Skills:

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* Practical experience with composites across multiple domains:
Design, Materials and Processes  M&P , Manufacturing methods  prepreg, infusion, RTM, etc  , Testing and inspection techniques

Experience in mechanical design and development

Experience executing or supporting research and development efforts  including proposal writing, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting

Experience with GD&T and tolerance analysis

Exposure to structural and/or thermal analysis methods

Experience supporting hardware builds, integration, or testing

Experience with NDI methods  ultrasound, shearography, radiography, etc  

Experience maintaining and troubleshooting lab equipment

Experience with configuration management and engineering release processes

Experience coordinating with manufacturing and/or suppliers to ensure producibility and cost effective designs

Familiarity with missile systems or military hardware

Experience operating within an aerospace or defense IPT environment

Experience independently executing scoped technical efforts or leading small projects

** Security Clearance Statement:
** This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration

** Clearance Level:
** Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years

** Other Important Information You Should Know*
* ** 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

** Work Schedules:
** 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…