Aerospace Mechanical Engineering Lead

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 118,000 - 219,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) Match

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking a senior Mechanical Engineer to coordinate and lead a small technical team in the design, development, and testing of aerospace mechanical systems. The role emphasizes leadership, strong communication, and the ability to obtain a security clearance; US citizenship is required.

Occasional travel may be involved. You will direct work on instruments, controls, engines and machines, manage staffing and risk, and collaborate with senior leaders across functions to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education with commensurate years of professional experience.
• Experienced in leading a small technical team, either functionally or directly, in a collaborative environment using strong communication skills (both oral and written).
• Ability to be largely autonomous while operating in a dynamic environment while dealing with complex unforeseen challenges, balancing technical, personnel, cost, and schedule factors.
• Experienced in the application of basic Mechanical Engineering principles, theories and concepts in the design, production, test, and integration of mechanical systems.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance; US citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers to research, design, analyze, and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems for aerospace hardware.
• Participate in integrated product teams with stakeholders, suppliers, and leadership across the lifecycle.
• Guide staffing, rotations, and training to sustain engineering capabilities and tool readiness.
• Support new business strategies with proposal support and risk/opportunity management.
• Occasional travel.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communication

Autonomy

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

Tools

CAD software

Systems engineering tools

Job description

Lockheed Martin is seeking a senior Mechanical Engineer to coordinate and lead a small technical team in the design, development, and testing of aerospace mechanical systems. The role emphasizes leadership, strong communication, and the ability to obtain a security clearance; US citizenship is required.

Occasional travel may be involved. You will direct work on instruments, controls, engines and machines, manage staffing and risk, and collaborate with senior leaders across functions to deliver