Mechanical Engineer

Lockheed Martin•Houston, TX

1d•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. Lockheed Martin is the prime contractor building the Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, NASA's first spacecraft crafted for long-duration, human-rated deep space exploration. Orion will transport humans to interplanetary destinations beyond low Earth orbit to the moon, eventually Mars, and return them safely back to Earth. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. As a Mechanical Engineer in the Orion Landing & Recovery Systems (LRS) team, you will: Support the development, manufacture, procurement, test, and product certification for Orion LRS component/system products including the Crew Module Parachutes (Main, Drogue, Pilot, Forward Bay Cover), Parachute Deployment System (Mortars), Crew Module Uprighting System, etc. Support Orion LRS Subsystem Integration Develop and/or maintain product performance specifications, statements of work, and supplier data requirements for LRS components Maintain engineering drawings, specifications, and technical analyses necessary to support LRS components Provide requirements flow-down, verification, and maintain technical baseline at the suppliers

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university, or in a related discipline
Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment.
Excellent organizational and verbal/written communication skills
Basic knowledge/experience with Mechanical hardware components and systems and/or soft goods (material for parachutes, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with engineering principles and processes
Knowledge of requirement definition, verification, and product certification for spaceflight
Experience with System and/or Subsystem Integration

Responsibilities

Support the development, manufacture, procurement, test, and product certification for Orion LRS component/system products including the Crew Module Parachutes (Main, Drogue, Pilot, Forward Bay Cover), Parachute Deployment System (Mortars), Crew Module Uprighting System, etc.
Support Orion LRS Subsystem Integration
Develop and/or maintain product performance specifications, statements of work, and supplier data requirements for LRS components
Maintain engineering drawings, specifications, and technical analyses necessary to support LRS components
Provide requirements flow-down, verification, and maintain technical baseline at the suppliers