Materials Engineer Sr Stf - E5

Lockheed Martin; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 145,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision benefits

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Educational assistance

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking engineers to support Space Programs by analyzing test data and performing contamination control activities. You will derive requirements, perform analyses, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure materials and processes meet design objectives.

The role involves mentoring early to mid-career staff, leading solutions to complex challenges, and coordinating with Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Procurement.

Qualifications

• Contamination, materials, or process (PMP) background is required.
• Experience with cleanrooms, precision cleaning, materials testing, or thermal vacuum test.
• Knowledge of analytical lab equipment or techniques for contamination monitoring.
• Willingness to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph (US citizenship) to start.

Responsibilities

• Analyze test data and provide contamination control support for Space Programs.
• Derive, verify, and perform contamination analyses and requirements.
• Coordinate with Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, and Procurement.
• Mentor and train early to mid-career engineers and lead solutions to complex technical challenges.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Troubleshooting complex issues

Contamination control

Material science knowledge

Cleanroom operations

Systems integration and test

Customer collaboration

AI prompting

Tools

IEST-STD-CC1246, ISO-14644, ASTM E 1548

Job description

Standard Job Description

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

Standard Job Description

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future‑ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

In This Role You Will

• Provide support to a variety of Space Programs by analyzing test data, and other engineering duties
• Perform Contamination Control technical engineering assignments
• Be responsible for contamination control requirements derivation, verification, and various contamination analyses
• Participate in the selection, qualification, testing, and failure analysis of materials & processes, prepare technical and progress reports, prepare specifications, evaluate suppliers and analyze test reports
• Coordinate with other teams such as Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, and Procurement
• Mentor and train early to mid-career engineers
• Create and lead solutions to complex technical challenges

We're Looking For

• A self-starter who implements solutions to technical issues
• A motivated individual who's able to work closely with a multidisciplinary and diverse team to resolve technical issues
• Someone able to handle shifting priorities, multiple projects and timeline pressure to meet deadlines
• Someone comfortable with communicating in a variety of forums
• Someone willing to mentor and grow early career talent
• Someone willing to learn in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to work with management and program representatives at several levels

The information below reflects the standard job description for this position:

Evaluates technical and economic factors, recommending engineering and manufacturing actions for attainment of design objectives of process or product by applying knowledge of material science and related technologies. Reviews plans for new products and factors, such as strength, weight, and cost to submit material selection recommendations ensuring attainment of design objectives. Plans and implements laboratory operations to develop material and fabrication procedures for new materials to fulfill product cost and performance standards. Confers with producers of materials, such as metals, ceramics, and polymers, during investigation and evaluation of materials suitable for specific product applications.

Basic Qualifications

• Contamination, materials, or process (PMP) related background and/or field of study
• Experience with cleanrooms, precision cleaning, materials testing, or thermal vacuum test
• Understanding and application of IEST-STD-CC1246, ISO-14644, ASTM E 1548, analytical laboratory equipment or techniques that apply to specialized contamination monitoring equipment and tools
• Experience with Non-conformance and failure analysis disposition
• Willingness/ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph - US Citizenship Required - no clearance required to start

Desired Skills

• Active or Current TS/SCI w/poly clearance
• Good writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Experience establishing and implementing technical requirements (specifications, program plans/requirements, etc.)
• Experience implementing contamination control for space applications or related field
• Experience with precision cleaning of hardware or producing verification products for government customers
• Comfortable working around critical, high value hardware
• Understanding and experience with system level Integration and Test including environmental requirements related to the assembly of the LM Space Vehicle.
• Experience creating and implementing cleanroom hardware, facility, and personnel requirements
• Experience working collaboratively with customers and teammates
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $145100.00 - $269500.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.