Materials and Processes Engineer - Metals

Lockheed Martin•Littleton, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ahead of Ready" 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. The Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) team has a long history of supporting the Navy's mission to provide affordable and credible strategic defense. With over 60 years of experience, the team has developed a unique expertise in delivering advanced technologies to keep the country and its allies secure. By joining the team, individuals can expect to become part of a dynamic and innovative culture that fosters creativity, excellence, and collaboration. Learn more about Trident II D5 fleet Ballistic Missile. As a Materials and Processes Engineer you will be engaged with work on a broad range of projects in both a laboratory and manufacturing environment that will challenge you to learn and grow in your career. Working side by side with designers, test and manufacturing engineers, you’ll use your education, experience and growing expertise to develop and evaluate new and innovative technology to survive in the most hostile of environments.

Requirements

A self-starter who develops solutions to technical issues
A motivated individual who's able to work closely within a geographically diverse team to resolve technical issues
Someone with the ability to handle shifting priorities, multiple projects and timeline pressure to meet deadlines
Someone comfortable with communicating in a variety of forums
The ability to work with management and program representatives at several levels
Experience with reviewing engineering designs, drawings, and processes, providing clear, actionable feedback
Fundamental understanding of welding processes including, but not limited to, resistance, electron beam, laser beam, plasma arc, resistance, friction stir, GTAW, and GMAW
Experience with designing, planning, and executing welding certifications.
Experience with metallic materials including refractory metals
Active or Current Top Secret Security Clearance required

Nice To Haves

Experience communicating with internal and external customers on a regular basis.
Non-conformance and failure analysis disposition experience.
Previous coordination or oversight with hardware suppliers and subcontractors.
Ability to multi-task, handle shifting priorities and timeline pressure to meet project deadlines

Responsibilities

Leading internal and external root cause investigations of welding issues and recommending corrective actions that boost productivity.
Conducting on site supplier audits and weld quality inspections to enforce our standards on hardware received from vendors.
Supporting cross functional teams (design, manufacturing, materials engineering) with supporting process improvements and fabrication issue resolution.