Structural Analysis Engineer - Level 3

Lockheed Martin; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10

401(k) match

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Aeronautical Engineer Sr in Fort Worth is responsible for delivering advanced structural analysis and service‑life support for fighter aircraft, including F‑16 platforms.

You will perform fatigue, durability, and damage‑tolerance analyses, use internal crack‑growth tools, and support MRB dispositions while leading small teams and advancing methods knowledge in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
• Professional experience in a Structural Analysis position.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform fatigue, durability, and damage‑tolerance analysis for metallic structures.
• Utilize in‑house crack‑growth tools to evaluate service‑life data and MRB dispositions.
• Support MRB activities for non‑conforming parts and deliver structural recommendations.
• Develop deep expertise in F‑16 methods and procedures.
• Lead small Service Life Analysis projects/teams.

Skills

Fracture mechanics

Aircraft structural analysis

Project leadership

Mentoring

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Aeronautical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Aeronautical Engineer Sr for the Integrated Fighter Group (IFG) which is responsible for delivering advanced structural analysis and service‑life support for fighter aircraft.

Standard Job Description

You will be the Aeronautical Engineer Sr for the Integrated Fighter Group (IFG) which is responsible for delivering advanced structural analysis and service‑life support for fighter aircraft.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Aeronautical Engineer Sr you will be responsible for providing high‑impact durability and damage‑tolerance analysis to sustain F‑16 and F‑22 fleet readiness.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Perform fatigue, durability, and damage‑tolerance analysis for new product designs and production of metallic structures.
• Utilize in‑house crack‑growth tools to evaluate service‑life data and support Material Review Board (MRB) dispositions.
• Support MRB activities for non‑conforming parts and deliver structural recommendations.
• Develop deep expertise in F‑16 methods and procedures.
• Work independently, prioritize tasks, and lead small Service Life Analysis projects/teams.

What’s In It For You

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here: https://lmt.co/OneLM-JobDescription-Benefits

Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

You are a collaborative, self‑directed engineer with a proven record in fracture‑mechanics analysis and project leadership. You thrive in a fast‑paced environment, excel at solving complex structural challenges, and are committed to delivering precise, high‑quality results that directly support mission‑critical aircraft programs.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN -This position is located at a facility that requiresspecial access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secretclearance.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, equivalent experience/combined education considered
• Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering Degree
• Professional experience in a Structural Analysis position

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting MRB activity for non‑conforming parts and providing structural recommendations to substantiate dispositions
• Strong understanding of production process and ability to make appropriate risk-based decision
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in airframe drawings, structural load paths, aircraft structural behavior, fracture mechanics methods, and aircraft maintenance requirements
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide early career engineers
• Strong communication skills
• Understanding of Aircraft Structural Integrity Programs under MIL-STD-1530
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work, multi-task, and manage time effectively
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

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.