Stress Analysis Engineer - Level 5

Lockheed Martin•Palmdale, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

You will be the Stress Analysis Engineer for the Advanced Development Programs (ADP) which is responsible for delivering groundbreaking aerospace solutions. What You Will Be Doing As the Stress Analysis Engineer you will be responsible for applying advanced analytical techniques to ensure the structural integrity of aircraft components and systems. Your responsibilities will include: Support Production and Sustainment Material Review Board (MRB) repairs to ensure discrepant parts or assemblies meet required strength standards. Perform stress analysis on composite and metallic materials, including sizing of detail parts and assessing the strength of primary and secondary aircraft structures and systems. Certify new and existing designs by performing strength analysis, releasing drawings, and preparing analysis reports. Evaluate and compare structural efficiency and weight for different structural arrangements and concepts through analysis and trade studies. Provide input for structural tests, including test requirements, loads, and predicted results. 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 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. Who You Are You are a technically proficient engineer with a strong foundation in stress analysis of both composite and metallic structures. You thrive in a collaborative environment, bring a solutions‑focused mindset, and consistently deliver high‑quality, data‑driven results. Your attention to detail and ability to translate complex analyses into clear, actionable recommendations make you an essential partner to design, production, and test teams. Further Information About This Opportunity MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Requirements

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN
This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
Bachelor's degree in an engineering technical discipline such as Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aeronautical Engineering
Experience with structural analysis of primary and secondary airframe structure
Experience with composite and metallic analysis
Experience leading a team as a technical lead

Nice To Haves

Experience with free-body diagrams, classical hand calculations, Finite Element Modeling and Analysis including pre- and post-processing
Experience in Root Cause and Corrective Action investigations
Experience using Linux and Microsoft Operating Systems, Microsoft Office, and additional programing languages
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate in a team-based environment

Responsibilities

Support Production and Sustainment Material Review Board (MRB) repairs to ensure discrepant parts or assemblies meet required strength standards.
Perform stress analysis on composite and metallic materials, including sizing of detail parts and assessing the strength of primary and secondary aircraft structures and systems.
Certify new and existing designs by performing strength analysis, releasing drawings, and preparing analysis reports.
Evaluate and compare structural efficiency and weight for different structural arrangements and concepts through analysis and trade studies.
Provide input for structural tests, including test requirements, loads, and predicted results.