Mechanical Engineer Sr - E3

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Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security, and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire, and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

 

Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that’s built for you.We are currently seeking an experienced mechanical engineer to design and build mechanisms for missiles and / or spacecraft at Lockheed Martin. These critical components include anything that moves on the satellite, including hinges, gimbals, motors, gears, dampers, rotary joints, linear actuators, and deployables.Join the Lockheed Martin team and be a part of the company that has developed and flown the most innovative mechanism designs in the industry, including the largest mechanism ever deployed in space, the International Space Station Solar Array. The mechanisms design team supports all lines of business at Lockheed Martin which means you could be designing mechanisms for the next mission to Mars or for the next generation of GPS satellites or for systems that protect and defend our nation.

 

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Sr. to join our team in Denver, CO area (Deer Creek Facility)!

In this exciting role, you will:

• Establish the design of mechanisms, including requirements allocation, trade studies, solid modeling, materials evaluations, and analyses

• Participate in issue resolution and develop solutions to technical problems of varying complexity while assuring sound technical content and timely closure

• Develop, review, and maintain engineering documents, specifications, and technical analyses necessary to support product build and testing activities

• Generate and release drawings using CAD software

• Be a member of multiple integrated product teams, reciprocally interacting with other engineers, manufacturing personnel, suppliers, and customers

• Represent the organization in design reviews, readiness reviews, and review boards

• Collaborate with manufacturing personnel to supervise the build and test of the hardware in the production facility located next door to the engineering building

• May become the Certified Principal Engineer (CPE) for the mechanism. The CPE is the technical advocate responsible for all aspects of the mechanism from program inception to launch and on-orbit operations.

 

Researches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.

Basic Qualifications
Bachelor of Science Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline or equivalent professional experienceKnowledge of Mechanical design and/or IntegrationExperience designing mechanismsExperience with mechanical CAD modeling and drafting (CREO Parametric preferred)Working knowledge and experience applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (ASME Y14.5)Understanding of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals including structures, mechanisms, and materialsUnderstanding of other engineering disciplines including manufacturing, stress, dynamics, thermal analysis, production, electronics, and/or systems engineeringExperience with concept development, design, review, manufacture, test, and integrationExperience designing spacecraft, aerospace, or mechanical componentsAbility to work in a reciprocal and team-based environmentMust be willing to travel when requiredAbility to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance (Secret); US Citizenship requiredDesired Skills
Master of Science in an Engineering Discipline related to the basic qualificationsExperience as a Certified Principal Engineer (CPE) or CPE delegate or equivalentExperience providing technical oversight of a subcontracted development effortExperience operating as a part of integrated product teamsExperience with springs, retention & release devices, motors, bearings, gears, resolvers, and potentiometersExperience with rapid prototyping and concept development to be first to marketExperience with MDA customers and consultantsFunctions well in a creative, high-tempo, collaborative, cross-functional, dynamic and multi-disciplinary environmentFamiliarity with LM Space processes, procedures, and tools (including EPDM/Windchill)Experience developing structures and mechanisms for missiles or spacecraftExcellent communication skillsExperience with model-based definition (Data Set Rating 6)Highly proficient with Creo ParametricExperience supporting production of missile or spacecraft hardwareFamiliar with releasing drawings in EPDM 9.1Experience working with and overseeing manufacturing and/or outside suppliersMRB trained and certifiedActive Secret security clearanceProficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practicePay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

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 offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.