Mechanical Engineer Lead - Stress Analysis

About the Team

Space is a critical domain connecting our technologies, security, and humanity. At Lockheed Martin Space, we view space not merely as a destination, but as a realm of possibilities where we innovate, invest, inspire, and integrate capabilities to transform the future. Our mission is to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of technology. Through our 21st Century Security® vision, we are creating future-ready solutions focused on resiliency and urgency, erasing boundaries to form partnerships across industries and around the world.

We are advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation, reimagining how space can connect us to ensure security and prosperity. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry, driven by a passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

About the Role

As a Mechanical Engineer Staff (Stress Analysis), you will lead preliminary and detailed stress analysis of flight structures, mechanisms, electronic components, and ground support equipment. You will operate within a multi-disciplined team environment, performing structural design trades and driving design and analysis activities. This role is designed for those who thrive in a collaborative setting, working closely with designers to develop practical solutions that balance structural margins of safety, load paths, weight, and producibility.

In this position, you will not only perform complex modeling and analysis of test components for dynamic behavior but also provide technical mentorship to junior analysts, actively supporting knowledge transfer. You will represent the organization in design reviews and outside contracts, preparing technical charts and collaborating with programs to forecast long-term analysis needs. The role demands creativity and innovation to tackle issues related to the anomalous performance of mechanical systems, applying advanced analytical techniques to address emergent challenges.

Hiring Process

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 to 30 days of the requisition posting date to receive optimal consideration. By applying, you express interest in this position and may be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements are identified. If a match is found, you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Culture and Values

At Lockheed Martin, our employees are our priority. We provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. We foster an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility, empowering our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life both inside and outside of work. We encourage you to apply if you connect with a culture that values purposeful innovation and diverse perspectives.

Work Environment

This position is onsite full-time and will be performed at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The role requires the ability and desire to work in a classified environment. A government security clearance is required, and US Citizenship is mandatory for consideration.