Structures Mechanical Engineer

Lockheed Martin•Sunnyvale, CA

3d•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. What does this role look like? The Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) program is one of Lockheed Martin's outstanding programs that prioritizes partnership, integrity, and reliability. The Structures, Propulsion, and Ordnance Engineering team is an organization within the THAAD program responsible for the design and engineering support for the interceptor mechanical hardware. As a Mechanical Engineer you will support the engineering efforts for the primary and secondary missile structures and will collaborate across organizations to help meet safety, schedule, and cost. Scope of responsibility will include: - Technical support for the Structures System, where you will partner with experienced engineers to work first order stress analysis, root cause analysis, engage in vendor support/relationship building, production delivery, and sustainment support. - Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain individuals to foster open communication between customers and the team. This role will provide developmental growth and mentorship opportunities to help you advance in your career. - Use collaboration skills that can accommodate our various partners across differing geographic locations.

Requirements

Bachelors or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related technical/engineering discipline from an accredited college/university.
Experience designing mechanical hardware. Knowledge of CAD modeling, drafting and release, and ASME Y14.5-1994 including GD&T and tolerance analyses
Familiarity of hardware manufacturing processes (machining, heat treatment, surface treatment, assembly, etc)
Knowledge of production support, integration, and/or qualification of hardware components
Exposure to or participation with failure investigations, root cause analysis, and/or corrective action disposition
Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance

Nice To Haves

Missile and/or aerospace related education or experience
Familiarity with composite design and/or manufacture experience
Working knowledge of Matlab, Creo, and/or EPDM
Model Based Engineering knowledge (using CAD model as record of authority)
Experience with THAAD processes and products
Risk and opportunity experience with an understanding of continuous improvement concepts

Responsibilities

Technical support for the Structures System, where you will partner with experienced engineers to work first order stress analysis, root cause analysis, engage in vendor support/relationship building, production delivery, and sustainment support.
Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain individuals to foster open communication between customers and the team.
Use collaboration skills that can accommodate our various partners across differing geographic locations.