Materials Engineer

Lockheed Martin Corporation•King Of Prussia, PA

52d•Onsite

About The Position

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. As a Materials and Processes Engineer you'll work on a broad range of projects, in both a laboratory and advanced 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. In this role you will:

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
Experience with electronic, mechanical, optical or thermal applications of materials and the applied manufacturing processes
Experience with Material Review Board processes and Quality tracking systems (Q-note system)
Experience with manufacturing work instructions for processes in electronic, component/part, mechanical or materials fabrication
Someone comfortable with communicating in a variety of forums including supplier interface
The ability to work with management and program representatives at several levels
Technical leadership of small teams or projects
Proven ability to communicate key project information or recommendations to Program management and /or Customers
Materials or process related background and/or field of study
Experience with materials such as metals, composites, polymers, ceramics, adhesive bonding, films, and/or coatings in high temperature applications
Experience reviewing engineering drawings and/or specifications or reports, and providing guidance to engineers or stakeholders
Experience with manufacturing work instructions for processes in electronic, component/part, mechanical or materials fabrication.
Active or Current Top Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

Understanding of material properties definitions
Knowledge of Materials and Processes for product development, improvement, design, application and production
Experience establishing and implementing technical requirements (specifications, program plans/requirements, etc.)
Knowledge of environmental and operational requirements for materials in space or missile applications (oxidation, thermal growth, damage tolerance,, temperature dependent behavior, etc.)
Ability to outline failure analysis tasks related to failure of composite components
Work experience leading project teams and also independently resolving issues related to composites and composite manufacturing
Knowledge of laboratory material evaluation methods (mechanical, optical, surface chemistry, etc.)
Experience working collaboratively with customers and teammates
Influencing corporate and industry standards
Experience with Material Review Board processes and Quality tracking systems (Q-note system)
Good writing, communication and interpersonal skills
Formal coursework, training, experience and/or knowledge in the design, analysis, and/or construction of mechanical parts or materials

Responsibilities

Perform Materials and Processes (M&P) technical engineering assignments
Troubleshoot problems and find innovative solutions
Prepare technical and progress reports on assigned tasks, prepare specifications, evaluate suppliers and analyze test reports. Present this information to Customers, subcontractors, and internal LM stakeholders
Lead technical projects and conduct meetings with internal engineering teams, Customer representatives and external suppliers to meet program objectives
Review, and critique M&P technical documentation for application at LM and subcontractors. Recommend and ensure that corrective action is implemented when needed.
Coordinate with other disciplines such as Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, and Procurement