Aeronautical Engineer Blade Design - Early Career
Listed on 2026-01-18
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Manufacturing Engineer
What We’re Doing
At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company, we are at the forefront of aerospace innovation, driving the development and deployment of cutting‑edge technology in the field of aviation. We solve the great problems of our times with innovative technologies that define eras. While no one knows what will change the world next, our people are already working on it.
The WorkThis Composite Rotor Blade Design Engineer position is in Fort Worth, Texas. Blades engineers use their unique knowledge of composite rotor blade structures to develop next‑generation designs for legacy aircraft upgrades and new flight vehicles.
The Blade Design Engineer assignments will include developing conceptual, preliminary, and detail design layouts of composite blade designs. The engineer will follow robust processes to ensure the designs meet customer and company requirements for performance and durability in the field. The design engineer will also support productionization of blade designs, working closely with suppliers to ensure product delivered meets drawing specifications.
The engineer will also provide fleet support for maintenance and repair of fielded blades.
In this position, the design engineer will work with cross‑functional teams within the Sikorsky Engineering and Technology groups, across multiple sites. Excellent communication skills are required to ensure the team effectively meets requirements and achieves milestones.
Technical tasks the engineer will perform include blade layouts including 2D cross‑sectional design, 3D solid modeling and surfacing of blade assembly subcomponent parts, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, engineering drawing and part specification development, developing composite laminate design and manufacturing requirements, and developing bonded assembly manufacture requirements.
US citizenship required as most programs and projects assigned are ITAR restricted.
Who we areSikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company, is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of advanced helicopters for commercial, industrial, and military use. With a rich history of innovation and excellence, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of aerospace technology and delivering unparalleled solutions to our customers.
Why Join UsYour Health, Your Wealth, Your Life – With our employees as our top priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Basic Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree or Higher in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- Familiarity with composite structure design and analysis.
- Familiarity with 3D modeling software.
- Good communication skills.
- US Citizenship is required due to program requirements.
- Experience with CATIA V5, V6 or 3
Dx. - Surfacing design experience.
- Composite rotor blade design experience.
- Hands‑on experience with composite part manufacture.
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should KnowBy 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: Part‑time Remote Telework – The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
Experience Level: 4 yr and up College
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available:
Possible
Career Area:
Aeronautical Engineering
Type:
Full‑Time
Shift: First
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