Sr. Skunk Works Subsystem Design Engineer - Level 3
Listed on 2026-02-28
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Systems Engineer
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering technical discipline such as Mechanical, Aerospace or Aeronautical
- Experience with 3DX, CATIA, Solidworks, Pro Engineer, Creo, Unigraphics, NX, or equivalent 3-D Computer Aided Design (CAD) tool
- Experience creating and/or modifying drawings
- Experience with aircraft subsystem design, installation and troubleshooting
- Hands on experience with aircraft modifications
- Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance per business requirements
We are Lockheed Martin Aeronautics' cutting-edge team at the Advanced Development Programs (Skunk Works®) in Palmdale, California, as a full-time Subsystem Design Engineer. Dive into the heart of aerospace innovation, where you'll craft and refine aircraft subsystem designs, tackle technical challenges head‑on, and ensure flawless installations. Your role will involve everything from developing and validating new designs to troubleshooting malfunctions, all while collaborating with a diverse array of teams and stakeholders.
If you're ready to soar with the best in the industry and leave your mark on the future of aviation, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.
- Develop, test, and validate new and modified subsystem designs
- Troubleshoot system malfunctions to determine root cause and corrective action
- Create and maintain 3-D CATIA models, assemblies and installations, system requirements, interface/supplier control drawings, performance specifications, system checkout procedures and statements of work
- Create system requirements, trade studies, sub-component and flight test plans
- Coordinate with suppliers, internal and external integrated product teams, management and the customer
- Support manufacturing, ground/flight test and customer operating locations
Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
What’s In It For You- Medical
- Dental
- 401k
- Paid time off
- Work/life balance
- Career development
- Mentorship opportunities
- Rewards & recognition
Palmdale, CA
Desired skills- Experience with hand analysis for initial part layout
- Experience with metallic design
- Experience with tubing and equipment installations
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Active Secret Clearance
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 remotelyOnsite Full-time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Employee will work on-site full-time
ShiftFirst
Work Schedule InformationLockheed 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.
Work Schedule4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Security Clearance InformationThis position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Security ClearanceSecret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
LMCareers Business UnitAERONAUTICS COMPANY
Department6E1
PSC:
STR Systems Des & Install Engr
Aeronautical Engineering
Job CategoryExperienced Professional
City, StatePalmdale-CA
CityPalmdale
Zip93599
Virtualno
Relocation/Housing Stipend AvailableYes
Req TypeFull-Time
Direct/IndirectDirect
EEOLockheed 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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