Mechanical Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Mechanical Engineer with Security Clearance
Location: Vandenberg Space Force Base

Job Number 712064

Description:

The Payload Launch Site Support Services (PLSSS) Program, within LM Space, provides launch processing support functions for our government customer. Key elements of the program scope include spacecraft launch preparations, spacecraft transportation operations, and processing facilities O&M. The primary operating location is Vandenberg AFB, CA, with support of other locations also required. As a member of the team, you will be called upon to perform a variety of Mechanical Engineering design and operational tasks.

Summary of Key Duties for this position:

• Design, operate, and maintain propellant loading systems, instrumentation, data collection, that support spacecraft fueling operations

• Design, operate, and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems that support spacecraft transportation and launch pad operations

• Perform facilities mechanical engineering tasks in support of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC-R) systems, HVAC controls, chilled and hot water distribution systems, and fire suppression systems

• Conduct system performance evaluations and make appropriate recommendations to modify designs or repair equipment as needed

• Apply knowledge in troubleshooting and proposing solutions for mechanical-related issues

• Collaborate with other disciplines and departments to ensure understanding of project specifications and business needs, and deliver system level results

• Direct the development, installation, and operation of new hardware and software systems
• Ensure projects are completed on-time and within the specified budget

Basic Qualifications:

• Possess practical Mechanical Engineering operations and/or maintenance experience within an industrial or commercial environment

• Ability to work in a launch site environment, with the ability to climb stairs and evacuate the launch complex wearing breathing apparatus, if required

• Willing and able to support periodic travel, overtime, and alternate shifts, if required

• This position requires special access to support the program and requires the selected candidate to be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain a TS/SCI w/ Poly
Desired

Skills:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Demonstrated teamwork, communication, and inter-personal skills

• Operational experience with high value, one-of-a-kind mechanical systems, including mechanical, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems that support spacecraft transportation, propellant loading, and launch pad operations

• Experience in a design, build, test environment

• Test planning, test execution, technical test documentation experience

• Experience in presenting technical information with leadership, teammates, suppliers, vendors, and government customers

Experience with :
• MAXIMO
• Fluid Dynamics
• HVAC systems
• Solid modeling design CREO/PRO-E, Auto CAD
• Structural analysis basic "hand calculations" and FEA Finite Element Analysis
• Chemistry, hypergolic fuel (propellant) knowledge and gas systems
Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest:
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules:
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this…