Stress Analysis Engineer - Level 5
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Structural Engineer, Quality Engineering
Stress Analysis Engineer
- Level 5 | Lockheed Martin
You will be the Stress Analysis Engineer for the Advanced Development Programs (ADP) which is responsible for delivering groundbreaking aerospace solutions.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Stress Analysis Engineer you will be responsible for applying advanced analytical techniques to ensure the structural integrity of aircraft components and systems.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Support Production and Sustainment Material Review Board (MRB) repairs to ensure discrepant parts or assemblies meet required strength standards.
- Perform stress analysis on composite and metallic materials, including sizing of detail parts and assessing the strength of primary and secondary aircraft structures and systems.
- Certify new and existing designs by performing strength analysis, releasing drawings, and preparing analysis reports.
- Evaluate and compare structural efficiency and weight for different structural arrangements and concepts through analysis and trade studies.
- Provide input for structural tests, including test requirements, loads, and predicted results.
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 technically proficient engineer with a strong foundation in stress analysis of both composite and metallic structures. You thrive in a collaborative environment, bring a solutions‑focused mindset, and consistently deliver high‑quality, data‑driven results. Your attention to detail and ability to translate complex analyses into clear, actionable recommendations make you an essential partner to design, production, and test teams.
Further Information About This Opportunity
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN
- This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
Desired skills
- Experience with free-body diagrams, classical hand calculations, Finite Element Modeling and Analysis including pre- and post-processing
- Experience in Root Cause and Corrective Action investigations
- Experience using Linux and Microsoft Operating Systems, Microsoft Office, and additional programing languages
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate in a team-based environment
Ability to work remotely
Onsite Full-time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedule
4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Security Clearance
Secret
LMCareers Business Unit
AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Program
ADP
Department
6E5PS8:
STR Stress Analysis
Job Class
Aeronautical Engineering
Job Category
Experienced Professional
City, State
Palmdale-CA
City
Palmdale
Zip
93599
Virtual
no
Relocation/Housing Stipend Available
Possible
Req Type
Full-Time
Direct/Indirect
Direct
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