Mechanical Engineer - Mission Support Hardware CPE

Mechanical Engineer – Mission Support Hardware CPE

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Space is a critical domain that connects technology, security, and humanity. Our mission is to harness space's full potential, cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of technology. We are building future‑ready solutions focused on resilience and urgency, advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation.

You will join as the Certified Principle Engineer, responsible for the technical oversight of engineering hardware and mechanisms design, interfacing with other disciplines, suppliers, and program management.

• Develop test procedures.
• Revise and provide input into supplier Statements of Work and other specifications.
• Allocate tasks to junior engineers.
• Independently develop and provide design solutions (solid models, detailed drawings, and release of engineering work products).
• Review requirements from instrumentation, dynamics, stress, systems, thermal, manufacturing, etc., to ensure they flow into detailed design.
• Support production meetings and resolve manufacturing & test anomalies/discrepancies.

• Experience leading a team of less experienced professionals and emerging authority.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD design.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.

• Experience executing trade studies.
• Familiarity with Ground Support Equipment.
• Familiarity with AWS D17.1 and AIAA S114 Specs.
• Knowledge of Geometric Design and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Hands‑on hardware experience.
• Use of CREO CAD software.
• Experience with supply chain management and subcontracts.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with adjacent fields (systems engineering, electronics, stress/thermal analysis, configuration management, production, test, quality).
• Experience as a product owner from development to high‑rate production.
• Willingness to mentor junior engineers.
• Experience with Q‑Notes.
• Desire and ability to own technical challenges through solution.

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 for optimal consideration.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

National Pay Statement: $104,500 – $184,115 (annual base salary range for selected states). This range is a general guideline; factors such as scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, and market considerations are considered.

Premium Pay Statement: $120,100 – $208,150 (annual base salary range for major metropolitan areas in CA, MA, NY). This range is a general guideline; factors such as scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, and market considerations are considered.

Both positions are incentive plan eligible.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Software Development