Mechanical Engineer Sr - E3

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible schedules

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Education assistance

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space in Orlando, FL is seeking an Orion Propulsion Engineer to help research, design, test and certify propulsion components for spaceflight hardware, including valves, thrusters and control systems. You will work in a collaborative environment supporting subsystem integration and flight readiness.

The role emphasizes maintaining design configuration, developing specifications and drawings, and coordinating with suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline.
• Knowledge of propulsion/mechanical component development, design, release and testing.
• Experience with requirement development, management, verification, and validation.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environment.
• Excellent organizational and verbal/written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support development, manufacture, procurement, test and certification for Orion Propulsion components (valves, thrusters, propulsion control systems, engines, tubing).
• Maintain design configuration to ensure flight certification compliance.
• Support Propulsion subsystem integration and system-level testing.
• Develop and maintain product performance specifications, statements of work, and engineering drawings.
• Review and approve supplier data requirements and deliverables for Propulsion components.

Skills

Propulsion engineering

Requirement development

Verification & validation

Collaboration

Communication skills

Engineering release

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Standard Job Description

Researches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.

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. Lockheed Martin is the prime contractor building the Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle, NASA's first spacecraft crafted for long-duration, human rated deep space exploration. Orion will transport humans to interplanetary destinations beyond low Earth orbit to the moon, eventually Mars, and return them safely back to Earth. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

As an Orion Propulsion Engineer, you will:

• Support the development, manufacture, procurement, test, and product certification for Orion Propulsion component products including valves, thrusters, propulsion control systems, engines, and associated tubing systems.
• Maintenance of the design configuration to ensure continued certification compliance for flight missions
• Support Orion Propulsion subsystem integration and system level testing
• Develop and/or maintain product performance specifications, statements of work, and engineering drawings
• Review and approve supplier data requirements and deliverables for Propulsion component

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university, or in a related discipline
• Knowledge and understanding of propulsion/mechanical component development, design, engineering release, and/or testing
• Experience or knowledge of requirement development, management, verification, and/or validation
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
• Excellent organizational and verbal/written communication skills

Desired Skills

• Certified Principle Engineer (CPE) or Delegate Experience
• Experience in a production program
• Experience or education in propulsion relevant disciplines (e.g. fluids, thermodynamics, controls, combustion)
• Interface experience with subcontract suppliers
• Communicating design and test status to engineering teams, internal customers, and senior/executive leadership

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00

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.