Hardware Mechanical Engineer, Sr - GMD Weapons Systems; GWS

Hardware Mechanical Engineer, Sr - GMD Weapons Systems (GWS)

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Become a part of something IMPACT‑ful! Ground Missile Defense (GMD) is the heart of the Missile Defense System and a key element of our nation's defense against ballistic missile attacks.

The GMD Weapon System (GWS) processes data from multiple sensors to identify and characterize the inbound ballistic missile threat, plans the best defensive solution, and launches the intercepting missiles to negate the threat.

• Mechanical design of parts, assemblies, subsystems, and complete systems, including 3D CAD modeling, drafting/review/revision/release of engineering drawings, selection of components and materials
• Participate and/or lead small, cross‑functional teams performing various design and production‑support tasks in an Agile Hardware environment
• Collaborate with other functional areas such as Production, Procurement, Systems Engineering, Quality, and Logistics on aspects of product design, integration, and support
• Create, release, and maintain bill‑of‑materials, analysis reports, etc.
• Perform mechanical engineering analyses, such as weight/center of mass, structural, transportability, or thermal, and author reports documenting them
• Perform with little to no oversight needed to complete assignments
• Handle complex technical issues and resolve them in new and innovative ways
• Assist in the preparation and submittal of contract deliverable reports and data packages
• Mentor and informally train junior engineers and engineering interns

Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place. Our RMS business in Huntsville AL is a hub of talented engineers, scientists, and professionals committed to shaping the future of defense technology.

Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

• BS degree and 2+ years of experience in Mechanical design; or a Masters’ Degree
• Possess experience drafting and reviewing mechanical drawings to ASME standards
• Experience working as part of a collaborative design team
• Desire and ability to lead small technical teams solving challenging, multi‑disciplinary design problems
• 3D CAD modeling/2D drawing drafting experience, specifically with Solid Works or similar CAD package
• Ability to obtain Secret clearance;
  Interim Secret clearance required to start.

• Experience using any industry‑standard Product Lifecycle Management system such as Team Center (preferred), Smar Team, Windchill, Workgroup PDM, etc.
• Experience with electronics/payload/C2 integration design for commercial or military systems
• Experience in a production/manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with industry standard MRP systems such as SAP
• Experience working in Agile for Hardware project development
• Experience leading technical teams in a collaborative environment
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: environmental test & evaluation, shock & vibration analysis, components engineering, CAD/PLM tools management & administration
• Active security clearance

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.