Senior Propulsion Engineer — Flexible Schedule & Impact

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Two Rivers (WI); On-site; USD 116,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Flexible schedules

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Education assistance

Life insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control seeks an Aeronautical/Propulsion Engineer to lead propulsion efforts on a new development program. You will steer the Propulsion IPT, align supplier activities with system requirements, and deliver flight-ready hardware across design, analysis, and test teams.

You will define motor specifications, generate performance predictions, and manage test plans while mentoring junior engineers in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment with travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent with 8+ years in tactical missile propulsion.
• Experience in Solid Rocket Motor Design and mechanics; SRM or ramjet/scramjet knowledge.
• Experience engaging Propulsion IPT with minimal guidance.
• Experience in propulsion programmatic planning, risk management, scheduling.
• Familiar with manufacturing execution systems, change control, and drawings.
• Ability to read technical data sheets and drawings; cross-functional collaboration.
• Security clearance eligibility (US Citizenship).
• Willingness to travel >50% with Propulsion Supplier(s).

Responsibilities

• Lead Propulsion IPT oversight and drive program planning/execution with minimal guidance.
• Define and refine product specs for motors and engines.
• Generate performance predictions and compare with IPT models.
• Develop and execute comprehensive propulsion test plans.
• Lead weekly meetings with motor suppliers and drive issue resolution.
• Present motor status at internal reviews and customer programs.
• Coordinate interface development with design, analysis, materials and production teams.
• Manage engineering drawings and PLM configuration control.
• Conduct design trade studies and risk analyses to mitigate technical risk.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster a collaborative culture.

Skills

Propulsion IPT leadership

Program management

Engine design & testing

SRM propulsion

DOE

Statistical process control

Nondestructive evaluation

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control seeks an Aeronautical/Propulsion Engineer to lead propulsion efforts on a new development program. You will steer the Propulsion IPT, align supplier activities with system requirements, and deliver flight-ready hardware across design, analysis, and test teams.

You will define motor specifications, generate performance predictions, and manage test plans while mentoring junior engineers in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment with travel.