Design Engineer (Airframe)

Lockheed Martin; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Australia is seeking a Design Engineer (Airframe) to contribute to the design, certification and sustainment of the UH-60M fleet, ensuring airworthiness and safety for the Australian Army's next-generation aviation capability.

Join a Defence program environment, work with the UH-60M System Program Office and engineering specialists across airframe activities, including structural analysis and certification, to deliver safety-focused engineering solutions for national importance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical or equivalent) required.
• Experience in aircraft design, sustainment, or airworthiness.
• Experience with engineering analysis and design modifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering design, certification and compliance activities supporting UH-60M projects and modifications
• Conduct engineering analysis including structural assessments, weight and balance activities, and airframe design evaluations
• Develop engineering drawings, design changes and modification solutions to support aircraft capability and sustainment requirements
• Contribute to system safety activities, engineering investigations and technical assessments
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations on airframe design and airworthiness considerations
• Support the development and coordination of engineering outputs including publications, test activities, spares and off-aircraft interfaces

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace/Mechanical)

Job description

Eligibility: Applicants must be Australian citizens and be eligible to obtain and maintain an active Australian Government Defence security clearance at the level required for the position.

Join Lockheed Martin Australia's UH-60M Black Hawk program and play a key role in supporting the Australian Army's next-generation aviation capability. As a Design Engineer (Airframe), you will contribute to the design, certification and sustainment of the UH-60M fleet, delivering engineering solutions that ensure the continued airworthiness, safety and operational effectiveness of this critical Defence platform.

Working closely with the UH-60M System Program Office, engineering specialists and Defence stakeholders, you'll have the opportunity to apply your technical expertise across a variety of airframe engineering activities, from structural analysis and design modifications to certification and system safety. This role offers exposure to a unique Defence aviation environment where your work will directly support a capability of national importance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering design, certification and compliance activities supporting UH-60M projects and modifications
• Conduct engineering analysis including structural assessments, weight and balance activities, and airframe design evaluations
• Develop engineering drawings, design changes and modification solutions to support aircraft capability and sustainment requirements
• Contribute to system safety activities, engineering investigations and technical assessments
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations on airframe design and airworthiness considerations
• Support the development and coordination of engineering outputs including publications, test activities, spares and off-aircraft interfaces

To be successful in this role you will have:

• A Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical or equivalent)
• Proven experience in aircraft design, sustainment, airworthiness or aerospace engineering environments
• Experience conducting engineering analysis, design modifications and technical assessments for aircraft systems or structures
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams
• Experience operating under engineering governance frameworks and holding, or the ability to attain, Engineering Authority as a Design Engineer (DE)
• Knowledge of DASR regulations, Defence aviation programs or System Program Office environments will be highly regarded
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice

If you're excited by this opportunity but don't meet every criterion, we'd still love to hear from you. Your skills and experience may be a great fit for this role, or another opportunity within our organisation.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is a dynamic organisation, providing stimulating and challenging opportunities with a global team of over 122,000 professionals. We embrace flexibility, so our people can be their best inside and outside of work. As a leader in national security, our innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains.

Special Requirements

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

Veteran Friendly Workplace

Veterans are encouraged to apply. We highly value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and transitioning service members can contribute to our team. We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer by the Australian Government.

Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.

As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any adjustments that will help you to be successful.