Mechanical Design Engineer - Level 4

Lockheed Martin•Fort Worth, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

You will be the Mechanical Design Engineer for the Mechanism Design Team which is responsible for creating high‑performance mechanical systems for LM ADP and F‑35 aircraft. What You Will Be Doing As the Mechanical Design Engineer you will be responsible for delivering robust mechanism designs, from concept through production, while partnering with program, manufacturing, and supplier teams. Your responsibilities will include: Develop kinematic models and detailed mechanism layouts. Design machined and composite parts, and generate release drawings with 3‑D annotation. Create sweep models and rigging procedures for mechanisms. Provide technical engineering support for manufacturing, installation, and testing at Lockheed Martin and supplier facilities. Conduct trade studies and evaluate alternatives to optimize form, fit, and function of mechanical systems. 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 culture that empowers employees to think boldly, lead with a growth mindset, and turn ambitious ideas into reality? We provide the resources and flexibility you need to inspire and focus—if you have the passion and courage to pursue bold goals, work hard, and enjoy what you do, we want to build a better tomorrow together. Who You Are An experienced mechanical engineer with a strong background in mechanism design, proficient in 3‑D modeling, kinematic analysis, and cross‑functional collaboration. You are detail‑oriented, innovative, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment where impact matters. Further Information About This Opportunity MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Basic Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in an engineering technical discipline such as Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aeronautical; Civil Engineers will also be considered - Experience with 3DX, CATIA, Solidworks, Pro Engineer, Creo, Unigraphics, NX, or equivalent 3-D Computer Aided Design (CAD) tool Desired skills - Skunkworks and F-35 program experience - Aircraft Mechanism Design experience (In flight opening doors, Push Rods, Torque Tubes, Uplocks and Mechanism Rigging) - Kinematics Experience (Degrees of freedom, four bars, mechanical advantage, kinematic modeling) - Machined and composite part detailed design experience - CATIA V5 and 3DX experience - Experience with metallic and composite design - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications. Other Important Information By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. 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 Information Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $104,500 - $184,115. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (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. This position is incentive plan eligible. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $120,100 - $208,150. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an engineering technical discipline such as Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aeronautical; Civil Engineers will also be considered
Experience with 3DX, CATIA, Solidworks, Pro Engineer, Creo, Unigraphics, NX, or equivalent 3-D Computer Aided Design (CAD) tool

Nice To Haves

Skunkworks and F-35 program experience
Aircraft Mechanism Design experience (In flight opening doors, Push Rods, Torque Tubes, Uplocks and Mechanism Rigging)
Kinematics Experience (Degrees of freedom, four bars, mechanical advantage, kinematic modeling)
Machined and composite part detailed design experience
CATIA V5 and 3DX experience
Experience with metallic and composite design
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment

Responsibilities

Develop kinematic models and detailed mechanism layouts.
Design machined and composite parts, and generate release drawings with 3‑D annotation.
Create sweep models and rigging procedures for mechanisms.
Provide technical engineering support for manufacturing, installation, and testing at Lockheed Martin and supplier facilities.
Conduct trade studies and evaluate alternatives to optimize form, fit, and function of mechanical systems.