Structural Design Engineer Sr - E3

Lockheed Martin; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Palmdale, CA seeks an Aeronautical Engineer Sr. for the Advanced Development Programs – Skunk Works to drive integration and design synthesis of next‑generation weapon systems.

You will coordinate across disciplines, mentor engineers, and present technical materials to stakeholders. The role emphasizes leadership in multi‑disciplinary projects, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and delivering innovative aerospace solutions with a focus on system integration and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or above Degree in an Engineering Discipline.
• Experience in airframe structure design and analysis.
• Experience with metallic and/or composite design.
• Experience with CATIA V5 and 3DX.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration and design synthesis across aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, thermodynamics, electronics, controls and actuation.
• Conduct multi-disciplinary system trade studies to optimize performance and cost.
• Coordinate with fabrication, assembly, MRB, quality, and supply-chain teams to ensure smooth production operations.
• Generate and present technical and administrative materials for customers and internal stakeholders.
• Mentor early-career engineers and champion One-LM culture across cross-functional teams.

Skills

System integration

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

3DX

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Aeronautical Engineer Sr. for the Advanced Development Programs – Skunk Works which is responsible for designing and integrating next‑generation weapon systems.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Aeronautical Engineer Sr. you will be responsible for driving the integration and design synthesis of the JASSM XR weapon system while collaborating across a multi‑disciplinary team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Participate in the integration and design synthesis across aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, thermodynamics, electronics, controls, and actuation.
• Support and conduct multi‑disciplinary system trade studies to optimize performance and cost.
• Coordinate with fabrication, assembly, MRB, quality, and supply‑chain teams to ensure smooth production operations.
• Generate and present technical and administrative materials for customers and internal stakeholders.
• Mentor early‑career engineers and champion One‑LM culture across cross‑functional 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. 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 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 engineer with deep expertise in system integration and a proven track record in leading complex, multi‑disciplinary projects. Your communication skills enable you to influence diverse teams and mentor the next generation of talent. You thrive in fast‑paced environments and are driven to deliver innovative solutions that have real impact.

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 possess an active Secretclearance to start.

Designs, develops, and tests a variety of power plants, aircraft, missiles, and parts, taking into consideration the most efficient use of the natural laws affecting flight. Establishes structural specifications, performs stress analysis, and conducts performance tests.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or above Degree in an Engineering Discipline
• Experience in airframe structure design and analysis
• Experience with metallic and or composite design
• Experience with CATIA V5 and 3DX

Desired Skills

• Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Experience working with LM BAs
• Experience interacting with suppliers, external customers and Production Operation
• MRB coordination and support
• Experience with hand stress analysis

Interview Questions

Decision Making and Critical Thinking: How would you make a decision if you had conflicting opinions and information from various sources?

Deliver value: Describe how you set your goals for last year and how you measured your work. Did you achieve your goals?

Develop enduring relationships: Tell me about a time you had to deal with a coworker who was very upset.

Foster innovation: Describe a time when you came up with a creative solution to a work problem you had been dealing with for some time.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00

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.