Mechanical Engineer – Dynamics – Asc. Manager full_time NEW

At the dawn of a new space age, Lockheed Martin is a pioneer, partner, innovator and builder. Our amazing men and women are on a mission to make a difference in the world and every single day we use our unique skills, talents and experiences to design and build solutions to some of the world’s hardest engineering problems. Do you want to be part of a culture that inspires employees to envision the impossible, perform with excellence and build incredible products? We provide the resources, inspiration and focus—if you have the passion and courage to dream big, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. Be a part of a cutting edge analysis team for missiles and spacecraft systems! Join us as an associate manager in the structural dynamics team!

In your role as an Associate Manager in the Structural Analysis Department, your primary focus will be to ensure the fulfillment of technical program requirements and the timely, cost-effective delivery of products. Your expertise will center on conducting both preliminary and detailed dynamic analyses of spacecraft and missile flight structures, employing advanced methods and tools. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Supervising a team of dynamic analysts providing support to various programs and lines of business.

• Providing guidance, mentorship, career development opportunities, and training to a team comprising 4 to 7 employees.

• Serving as the organization’s representative during design reviews and interactions with external contracts and customers.

• Assisting in defining dynamic tests, specifying requirements, monitoring progress, conducting data reduction, and comparing results to the analysis. This should be carried out while considering other pertinent mechanical factors (such as thermal, dynamic, materials, etc.) and system-level requirements and parameters within the analyses.

At Lockheed Martin, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment that embraces diversity and encourages expansive, forward-thinking perspectives to facilitate the exchange of innovative ideas
Basic Qualifications:
•Proficient comprehension of structural dynamics acquired through formal education or equivalent practical experience.

•Extensive familiarity with spacecraft dynamic and acoustic testing techniques, encompassing both traditional hand calculations and practical expertise in mechanical joint applications.

•Proficiency in application of finite element analysis principles as well as rigid and flexible body lumped-parameters

• Experience leading a team including the ability to organize, motivate, and lead groups of engineering personnel.

•Ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance, US Citizenship required.
Desired Skills:
• A Master’s degree is strongly preferred for this position
• Ability to work in a collaborative and highly integrated team environment
• Ability and desire to assume ownership of tasks and drive to closure quickly and efficiently
•Experience evaluating designs using rigid body or flexible body analysis methods and tools
• Mechanisms, antenna, electronic component, ground support, hoisting, and test support equipment, and composite materials analysis experience
• Experience with NX/Nastran, Abaqus, ADAMS, LS-Dyna, Matlab, Mathcad or CREO
• Static, vibration, acoustic, modal, shock test experience of aerospace flight hardware
•Creativity/innovation to tackle issues related to anomalous performance of any aspect of a mechanical system
•Willingness to mentor junior analysts
•Active Top Secret security clearance.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4×10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, or Washington is $100,400 – $192,500 . Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(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.

This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $115,500 – $217,500. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 – 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Mechanical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First