Internal Flowpath Design Engineer - Propulsion

Lockheed Martin Corporation

Marietta, GA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Aerodynamics, Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Benchmarking, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CATIA CAD, CUDA (Compute Unified Device Architecture), Communication Skills, Computer Systems, Corporate Social Responsibility, Data Analysis, Data Encryption Standard (DES), Data Reduction, Data Science, Debugging Skills, Distributed Computing, Fluid Mechanics and Dynamics, Fortran Programming Language, Geometry, Linux Operating System, Machine Learning, Mechanical Engineering, Model Validation, Model Verification, Multithreaded Programming, OpenMP, Optimization Algorithm, Parallel Computing, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Propulsion, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Regulatory Requirements, Requirements Management, Safety Training, Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, Siemens PLM Software NX (fka UGS NX), Software Development, Surface Modeling, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Data, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, United States Citizen, Unix Operating Systems, Validation Testing, Work From Home

LOCATION

Marietta, GA

POSTED

2 days ago

Description:

You will be the Internal Flowpath Design Engineer – Propulsion for the Propulsion Systems Team which is responsible for designing and optimizing propulsion flowpaths.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Internal Flowpath Design Engineer – Propulsion youwill be responsible for creating high‑performance internal flowpaths for aircraft and missile propulsion systems, performing CFD analyses, and developing CAD models that translate into reliable hardware.

Your responsibilities will include:

Design internal flowpaths usingadvanced CAD tools.
Conduct CFD simulations to assess aerodynamic performance.
Develop and execute test plans for power‑plant components.
Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to integrate designs.
Ensure designs meet efficiency, safety, and regulatory requirements.

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 culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and flexibility you need to stay inspired, focused, and enjoy the work you love.

Who You Are

You are an analytical engineer with a passion for fluid dynamics and a proven track record in CFD and CAD. You thrive in collaborative environments, communicate technical concepts clearly, and are driven to deliver solutions that push the boundaries of propulsion performance.

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 Interim Secret clearance to start.

This position is in Marietta, GA Discover Marietta.
Basic Qualifications:
-Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or related field.

-Application of CFD meshing and flow solver tools to solve aerodynamic problems in a parallel, high performance computing environment.

-Experience in internal flowpath design to include inlets, nozzles, and/or secondary air systems. Capable of using CFD results to optimize a flowpath for subsonic and supersonic applications.

-Experience with advanced surface modeling and lofting in a CAD software package (CATIA, Siemens NX)
Desired Skills:
-Ph.D. with a focus on Computational Fluid Dynamics OR a Master's degree with at least 3 years of experience in internal flowpath analysis and design.

-Experience in refining and optimizing flowpath geometry for key performance parameters while minimizing the effects of phenomena such as distortion, buzz, and various loss mechanisms

-Experience in data science, data analytics, multi-fidelity/surrogate modeling, and/or machine learning is desired

-Experience in wind tunnel testing to include test planning, data reduction, and CFD model verification and validation to test data

-CFD Flow Solver and related software development, analysis validation testing, code release and maintenance

-Experience with state-of-the-art parallel computing techniques including distributed computing, algorithm optimization, or benchmarking is highly desired

-Experience with modeling advanced aerodynamics such as hypersonic, aero-optic or turbulent flow (RANS, DES, LES)

-Experience in building, compiling, and debugging complex Fortran (current and legacy versions), C/C++, Python, or similar language code in a Linux/Unix environment.

-Strong working knowledge of tools and libraries available for the Linux operating system.

-Demonstrated willingness to diversify skills by staying informed of state-of-the-art developments, experimenting with and championing new technologies and recommending improvements to existing techniques and procedures

-Ability to understand complex engineering principles to effectively communicate with users, understand their work, and translate requirements into software solutions.

-Experience in developing, optimizing, compiling, implementing, and testing multithreaded, multiprocessor performance-oriented software with Message Passing Interface, OpenMP, CUDA or other parallel processing framework.
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
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

Lockheed Martin Corporation

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

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