Airframe Structural Design Engineer - Level 4

Lockheed Martin Corp

Palmdale, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$104,500–$184,115 Per Year
SKILLS
2D Drafting, 3D Modeling, ADP, Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Aircraft Maintenance, Analysis Skills, Bill of Materials (BOM), CATIA CAD, Communication Skills, Corporate Social Responsibility, Cross-Functional, Document Management, Documentation Models, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Incentive Programs, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, Sheet Metal Design, Statement of Work (SOW), Structural Engineering, Team Player, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Trade Studies, United States Citizen, Validation Testing, Work From Home, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Palmdale, CA
POSTED
11 days ago

Description:

You will be the Airframe Structural Design Engineer - Level 4 for the Advanced Development Programs (ADP) which is responsible for...

What You Will Be Doing

As the Airframe Structural Design Engineer - Level 4 you will be responsible for turning advanced aeronautics concepts into robust structural solutions that enable next‑generation aircraft.

'Your responsibilities will include:'

  • Creation or modification of primary and secondary structural parts, assemblies, installations, and interface control models/documents.
  • Contributing to the development, testing, and validation of aircraft structural designs.
  • Assisting in the creation of system requirements, trade studies, statements of work, and test plans.
  • Coordinating with internal Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and interacting with external IPTs and suppliers.

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 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, results‑driven engineer with proven expertise in aircraft structural analysis and design. You thrive in fast‑paced, technically challenging environments, can translate complex requirements into practical solutions, and enjoy partnering across multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑impact outcomes.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering technical discipline such as Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Aerospace Engineering
  • Experience in airframe structure design
  • Experience with CATIA V5
  • Experience with 2D Drafting and 3D modeling of detail parts, assemblies, and GD&T
  • Experience with Bill of Materials and drawing structure
  • Experience with metallic design
  • Experience with aircraft structural repairs

Desired Skills:

  • Experience with MRB coordination and support
  • Experience with basic hand stress analysis
  • Experience with sheet metal design
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
  • Experience with aircraft coatings and design
  • Experience with composite design
  • Experience with aircraft Ground Support Equipment Sustainment, Modification, and Design
  • Experience with ASIP Compliance
  • Experience developing technical documents
  • Experience with aircraft corrosion remediation

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: 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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $104,500 - $184,115. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. 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, Massachusetts, and New York is $120,100 - $208,150. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. 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 employer. 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 - 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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Aeronautical Engineering

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First

About the Company

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Lockheed Martin Corp

Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 125,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services.

Our Mission:  We solve complex challenges, advance scientific discovery and deliver innovative solutions to help our customers keep people safe and provide them essential services.

Our Vision: Be the global leader in supporting our customers to strengthen global security, deliver citizen services and advance scientific discovery.

Our Values:

  • Do What's Right
  • Respect Others
  • Perform With Excellence
  • COMPANY SIZE
    10,000 employees or more
    INDUSTRY
    Aerospace and Defense
    FOUNDED
    1912
    WEBSITE
    http://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com