Stress Analysis Aeronautical Engineer Sr Stf - E5

Standard Job Description

You will be the Aeronautical Engineer Sr Stf - E5 for the Aeronautical Engineering team which is responsible for...

What You Will Be Doing

As the Aeronautical Engineer Sr Stf - E5 you will be responsible for analyzing, developing, and testing a variety of aircraft mechanisms, ensuring optimal load paths and material efficiency.

"Your responsibilities will include:"

• Perform detailed stress analysis on doors, control surfaces, landing gear, and other mechanisms.
• Develop and validate structural specifications and load‑path strategies.
• Conduct performance and functional tests for actuated systems.
• Optimize material usage for weight and durability goals.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate designs into aircraft programs.

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 pursue challenging work, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

You are a collaborative engineer with a strong analytical mindset, experienced in aircraft structural analysis and testing. You thrive on solving complex problems, delivering precise specifications, and driving innovative solutions that impact mission‑critical aircraft systems.

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 be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications

Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Must have a Bachelor''s or Master''s Degree in Aerospce Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Mechanics (Not Mechanical Engineering Technology or other Technology degrees)

Experience with stress analysis of mechanized aircraft structures, such as in-flight opening doors, bell cranks, control surfaces, canopies, and landing gear

Experience using classical stress analysis methods, both hand anlysis and automated algorythms based on engineering fundamentals

Experience in developing, running, and working with Finite Element Models

Experience in a collaborative work environment and across engineering disciplines

Desired Skills

Experience with developing and analyzing landing gear, including understanding of Gas Laws and Load-Stroke Curves

Experience with FEA tools such as NASTRAN, PATRAN, ABAQUS, and Hypermesh

Good interpersonal skills to lead and work with teammates in a collaborative environment

Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Excel spreadsheet mathematical calculations and VBA highly desired

Familiarity with CATIA, 3DX

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $129000.00 - $239600.00

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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.