Mechanical Design Engineering Intern

D.O.M. magazine; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 29,598 - 64,168; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Englewood, Colorado is seeking a Summer 2026 Mechanical Engineer intern to support the FBM Program. The role involves sustaining existing and future Trident II D5 fleet, collaborating with teams, and providing technical and program management experience.

Applicants must be pursuing a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and possess design experience with mechanical hardware. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a chance to work in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Experience with mechanical hardware design or integration.

Responsibilities

• Sustain the existing and future FBM Trident II D5 deployed fleet.
• Support cost, schedule, and technical execution of program scope.
• Collaborate with engineering project management and suppliers.

Skills

Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

CREO experience

Mechanical design experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Overview

By bringing together people who use their passion for purposeful innovation, Lockheed Martin protects people and solves the world’s most complex challenges. At Lockheed Martin Space in Denver, Colorado, we are seeking a Summer 2026 Mechanical Engineer intern to support the FBM Program.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the sustainment of the existing and future FBM Trident II D5 deployed fleet through Structures Engineering efforts.
• Shape the future of the program through digital transformation, proposal development and model‑based engineering initiatives.
• Collaborate with adjacent organizations and our government representatives.
• Provide technical and program management experience in support of the program.
• Support all facets of the program – cost, schedule and technical execution of scope including R&D, Production, Sustainment, Qualification and Special Investigation contracts through engineering project management.
• Interface with suppliers and subject‑matter experts within and outside of the FBM program engineering.

Qualifications

• Basic: Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent).
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint).
• Experience with design and/or integration of mechanical hardware.
• Experience and familiarity with CREO.
• Experience in mechanical design.
• Design, qualification, and/or integration of mechanical hardware; failure investigation, root‑cause analysis, and corrective action disposition; and mechanical design or propulsion engineering experience.

Desired Skills

• Ability to work in a collaborative, team‑based environment.
• Experience in engineering project management.
• Experience with cost management, estimation generation, development of cost justifications, Basis of Estimate (BOE) generation, proposal preparation and negotiation; ability to plan multi‑year strategies.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Experience with mechanical solution development, design and technology trades.
• Knowledge of hardware manufacturing processes (machining, welding, heat treatment, surface treatment, assembly, etc.).
• Experience across the engineering development lifecycle.
• Proven ability to work effectively and collaborate in a team environment.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance.

Security Clearance

Clearance level: None required; however, ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance is an advantage.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual base salary range: $29,598 – $64,168 (varies by location). Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.