Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

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. Were creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision. Were erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. Were advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And were 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.

This position supports spacecraft, missile, hypersonic, or other advanced aerospace platforms operating in extreme and highly dynamic environments.

If youre looking for ownership, influence, and the opportunity to solve complex, high-consequence engineering challenges this role is built for you.

Description: As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will oversee the end-to-end mechanical design of a complex missile system under development. This will include management of mechanical interfaces, resolution of mechanical integration issues through coordination between suppliers and internal design teams through all phases of the lifecycle. Day to day activities will include technical leadership of a multi site team, planning future activities, briefing leadership on progress and challenges, and driving integrated technical solutions to closure.

In this role, you will:
Participate in issue resolution and develop solutions to technical problems of varying complexity while assuring sound technical content and timely closure.
Develop, review, and maintain engineering documents, specifications, and technical analyses necessary to support product build and testing activities.
Generate and release drawings using CAD software.
Be a member of multiple integrated product teams, reciprocally interacting with other engineers, manufacturing personnel, suppliers, and customers.
Represent the organization in design reviews, readiness reviews, and review boards.
Collaborate with manufacturing personnel to supervise the build and test of the hardware in the production facility located next door to the engineering building. Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related technical field or equivalent hands on experience
Minimum3years of full time professional engineering experience in a mechanical or aerospace environment.
Deep understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals, including structural analysis, material properties, stress/strain evaluation, and engineering calculation methods.
Proven track record in mechanical design and/or manufacturing, with extensive experience interpreting and applying detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and bill of materials.
Advanced proficiency with modern CAD platforms (e.g., Creo, I DEAS, SolidWorks, Catia) and familiarity with model based product definition (MBD) practices to create, validate, and manage digital product data.
Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast changing environments, quickly adjusting to evolving requirements, shifting priorities, and dynamic project schedules while maintaining high quality deliverables.
Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills; capable of articulating complex technical concepts clearly. Proven ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with internal teams and external customers, ensuring alignment and successful project outcomes.
US Citizenship required with the ability to obtain or maintain a DOD Secret security clearance- Creo and CAD data management (EPDM) experience
- Knowledge of composite structure design and fabrication
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and documentation
- Experience with test methods, planning and execution
- Experience working with other LM operating units
- Experience working with suppliers
- Functions well in a creative, high-tempo, collaborative, cross-functional, dynamic, and multi-disciplinary environment
- Familiarity with LM Space processes, procedures, and tools (including EPDM/Windchill)
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience with model-based definition (Data Set Rating 6)
- Highly proficient with Creo Parametric
- Experience supporting production of missile or spacecraft hardware

- Active DoD Secret clearance