Airframe Design Engineer Sr - E3
Listed on 2026-10-11
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Engineering Design & Technologists, Manufacturing Engineer
The coolest jobs on this planet… or any other… are with Lockheed Martin! At Sikorsky in Stratford, CT, we design and build advanced rotary-wing aircraft that push the boundaries of technology, performance, and mission capability. Our engineering teams turn complex requirements into innovative, manufacturable solutions that support the future of aviation.
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What We're Doing
What We're DoingThe coolest jobs on this planet… or any other… are with Lockheed Martin! At Sikorsky in Stratford, CT, we design and build advanced rotary-wing aircraft that push the boundaries of technology, performance, and mission capability. Our engineering teams turn complex requirements into innovative, manufacturable solutions that support the future of aviation.
The WorkAs a Design Engineer, you'll develop major components and portions of functional systems, advanced prototypes, and production products. You'll transform concepts into detailed designs while balancing performance, manufacturability, cost, and schedule. Your responsibilities may include:
Developing preliminary layouts, sketches, models, and design concepts to communicate proposed solutions. Designing assemblies, mechanisms, structures, and detailed parts using engineering drawings and 3D modeling tools. Evaluating design factors including manufacturability, material and equipment availability, interchangeability, replaceability, strength-to-weight efficiency, cost, and contractual requirements. Coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and other organizations affected by design development. Reviewing drawings and layouts for accuracy, completeness, clarity, standards, specifications, calculations, and dimensional requirements.
Identifying design errors, omissions, and deficiencies and recommending revisions or improvements. Supporting manufacturing operations and helping resolve design-related production issues.
You'll join the Sikorsky team in Stratford, Connecticut, where engineers, designers, and manufacturing professionals collaborate on some of the world's most advanced helicopters. Our environment combines hands-on engineering, digital design, advanced manufacturing, and mission-focused innovation.
Who You AreYou're a hands-on problem solver who enjoys taking designs from concept through production. You bring strong mechanical design fundamentals, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across disciplines. Experience with 3D CAD, engineering drawings, GD&T, structural design, manufacturing processes, or aerospace products is highly valuable.
Why Join UsAt Sikorsky, your work can move from a digital model to a flight-ready aircraft. You'll collaborate with experienced engineers, solve challenging technical problems, and contribute to products that support critical missions. If you're ready to design what's next in aviation, bring your skills to Stratford and build the future with us.
Basic Qualifications- Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline from an accredited college.
- 5+ years of professional experience in Aerospace or related Mechanical Engineering Design discipline.
- 3+ years of Computer Aided Design experience with Catia V5/V6(3DX) for developing mechanical design models.
- Ability to analyze a wide range of complex problems and develop thorough practical design solutions while integrating with other design disciplines.
- 2+ years' experience with Catia Surfacing workbench.
- Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing for manufacturing fit and function.
- Proficiency with composite airframe structural design and materials.
- Strong knowledge of structural design principles, materials science and load analysis.
Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offeredMedical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work…
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