Propulsion Analysis Engineer

Lockheed Martin•Littleton, CO

23h•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. Lockheed Martin Space in Littleton, CO is seeking a mechanical engineer to join the Propulsion Specialties / Propulsion Analysis and Mission Operations team. In this role you will support: performance assessment of Lockheed Martin spacecraft and rocket propulsion systems; development of technical solutions for heritage and development space vehicles; and on-orbit operation of propulsion systems for commercial, civil, and national security spacecraft.

Requirements

Experience with performance analysis of propulsion, fluid, and/or thermal systems.
Bachelor of Science in an engineering, physical sciences or equivalent discipline
Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance; US citizenship is required
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Strong mathematical, analytical, and data processing skills.
Experience with attitude control systems, pneumatics, and liquid propellants.
Ability to troubleshoot and respond to problems; test, production, or operations experience in a professional capacity.
Experience with thermofluid, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), or Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools (e.g. ANSYS, COMSOL, Nastran, Sinda Fluint, Thermal Desktop, etc.)
Programming experience (MATLAB, Fortran, or C/C++)
Active Department of Defense security clearance (Secret level)

Responsibilities

Conducting fluid and thermal analyses from first-principles and through finite element methods.
Developing new tools for the assessment of nozzles, pressure vessels, control valves, regulators, thrusters, and propellants.
Presenting analyses and engineering products to internal and external reviewers.
Providing timely and accurate response for on-orbit mission events.