Mechanical Engineer (Aeroshell/Structures)

Lockheed Martin•New Orleans, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Orion Program's Aeroshell and Structures Production Engineering team. This role involves providing technical engineering support for the sustainment of composite and metallic structural components and Thermal Protection System (TPS) hardware for the Orion spacecraft. As a design engineer, you will be responsible for executing design activities to meet technical, cost, and schedule requirements. You will collaborate with senior engineers and management on design sustainment, certification, and delivery of Aeroshell, Structures, and TPS components.

Requirements

Bachelor's or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Understanding of Aeroshell, Structural, and/or Thermal Protection components design, manufacturing, and materials.
US Citizenship required.
Ability to obtain or maintain a Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of composite structure design and fabrication.
Knowledge of metallic structure design and fabrication.
Knowledge of thermal protection materials design, fabrication, and testing.
Experience interpreting and implementing Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Experience creating 3D models and drawings (CREO parametric preferred).
Experience with Fibersim (CREO extension).
Experience with Windchill or other Product Data Management (PDM) systems.
Strong communication skills for coordinating with other engineering and production peers.
Knowledge of design verification and certification process.
Experience with design for manufacture or producibility, traditional fabrication equipment (mills, lathes, sheet metal, welding, composite layup, etc.), and 3D printing.
Experience working with suppliers.

Responsibilities

Provide technical engineering support tasks for the Aeroshell and Structures Production Engineering team.
Sustain composite and metallic structural components and Thermal Protection System (TPS) hardware across the vehicle.
Execute design activities to meet technical, cost, and schedule requirements.
Coordinate with other Aeroshell and Structures senior engineers and Engineering Management.
Perform responsibilities associated with the design sustainment, certification and delivery of Aeroshell, Structures, and TPS components of the spacecraft.