Solid Rocket Motor Designer Principal

Lockheed Martin•Orlando, AL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

You will be the Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) Design Principal Engineer for the Missiles & Fire Control Propulsion team at Lockheed Martin. Our team creates innovative propulsion solutions that enable next generation aerospace vehicles, tackling complex technical challenges in propulsion, structural mechanics and thermodynamics. What You Will Be Doing As the SRM Design Principal Engineer you will research, design, analyze and test solid rocket motor components and systems. You will collaborate with structural and thermal analysts, lead cross functional integration efforts and incorporate emerging technologies to deliver high performance, safe propulsion solutions. Your responsibilities will include: Designing and developing solid rocket motor components and complete motor systems that meet performance, safety and reliability goals. Interfacing with structural and thermal analysts to verify motor performance, conduct stress, vibration and thermal analyses, and ensure compliance with safety requirements. Leading or collaborating with cross functional teams (vehicle structures, avionics, systems, test) to integrate the motor into overall vehicle designs. Conducting research on emerging propulsion technologies, materials and manufacturing processes, and incorporating applicable innovations into designs. Creating and maintaining detailed design documentation, including 3 D models, drawings, specifications, bill of materials and test plans. Planning, executing and overseeing testing and evaluation of motor prototypes, analyzing test data and refining designs based on results. Managing configuration control and ensuring traceability of design changes in Lockheed Martin PLM tools. Supporting risk assessment activities, safety reviews and certification processes for motor designs. Mentoring junior engineers and promoting best practices in propulsion design and analysis. Why Join Us Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus. If you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Further Information About This Opportunity: This position is in Orlando or Troy or Huntsville. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location. Discover more about our Troy, Alabama location. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Requirements

Bachelor's or higher degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
15+yrs of experience in rocket motor design, propulsion systems, or aerospace engineering is typically required.
Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software for rocket motor modeling.
Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and structural mechanics.
Familiarity with simulation and analysis tools such as finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
Familiarity with industry-SRM specific software and tools.
A deep understanding of solid rocket motor principles, including propellant chemistry, nozzle design, ignition systems, and thrust optimization.
Ability to analyze complex engineering challenges, propose solutions, and make informed design decisions.
Effective communication skills are crucial for collaborating with cross-functional teams, presenting design concepts, and documenting work.
Insensitive Munitions Awareness: An understanding of insensitive munitions protocols and practices in the design of rocket motors, given the potential hazards involved.
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Security Clearance
Willingness to relocate to a future domestic location that may include one of the following: Orlando, Troy, Huntsville, or other designated location
Must be willing to travel domestically up to 50%
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or PhD in in a technical discipline such as physics or aerospace engineering
Hands-on experience with program/project work in applied R&D and / or production support
Active DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

Designing and developing solid rocket motor components and complete motor systems that meet performance, safety and reliability goals.
Interfacing with structural and thermal analysts to verify motor performance, conduct stress, vibration and thermal analyses, and ensure compliance with safety requirements.
Leading or collaborating with cross functional teams (vehicle structures, avionics, systems, test) to integrate the motor into overall vehicle designs.
Conducting research on emerging propulsion technologies, materials and manufacturing processes, and incorporating applicable innovations into designs.
Creating and maintaining detailed design documentation, including 3 D models, drawings, specifications, bill of materials and test plans.
Planning, executing and overseeing testing and evaluation of motor prototypes, analyzing test data and refining designs based on results.
Managing configuration control and ensuring traceability of design changes in Lockheed Martin PLM tools.
Supporting risk assessment activities, safety reviews and certification processes for motor designs.
Mentoring junior engineers and promoting best practices in propulsion design and analysis.