115 engineering jobs found in Palmdale, CA

Description: WHO WE ARE The Skunk Works (Lockheed Martin Advanced Development Programs) is looking for world-class talent in Software Engineering Leadership to be a part of a team that will carry on our 80-year tradition-making history in advanced aircraft development. The vehicle management software team writes software for a wide range of aircraft subsystems that make an airplane fly. We are a highly innovative, multi-site, fast paced team developing modular and reusable software to support both our current platforms and the aircraft of the future. We operate out of the Skunk Works headquarters in Palmdale, CA in a fully onsite and hands on team. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU 3-day weekend every weekend! 4-10 Mon-Thursday option + Flexible Schedules This team is working new development software where our team members get to work hands on through the entire software development lifecycle from software design, coding, integrating, and lab and field testing. You will work and help...

Description: Quality Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) & Metrology operations (Level 5) The leader chosen for this position will lead a team of NDT/NDI Test Engineers and represented inspectors. This highly dynamic team continually introduces new technology and techniques in the most advanced programs at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics. The leader supervises a staff of 8 direct reports and 21 employees. The leaders will ensure adequate staffing, training, and personnel development. The majority of the team supports first shift operations though support is provided 24/7. The position oversees and proactively manages X-ray, CT, UT and other NDI equipment. Heavy involvement in capital request development and procurement. Develops and supports external contract development and implementation as appropriate. Manages travel of employees to support NDI needs at multiple locations. Creates Basis of Estimates (BOE) for contracts and supports negotiations through...

Description: You will be the System Engineering Senior Reliability Maintainability for the Advanced Development Programs team which is responsible for delivering cutting‑edge aerospace solutions. What You Will Be Doing As the System Engineering Senior Reliability Maintainability you will be responsible for shaping the reliability and maintainability strategy across system, segment, and equipment levels. Your responsibilities will include: Perform reliability predictions and allocation for system, segment, and equipment designs. Conduct mission reliability analysis and lead failure modes and effects analyses (FMEA). Develop maintainability predictions and maintenance task analyses. Lead trade studies to define RM requirements, evaluate performance, and influence design decisions. Collaborate with customers and suppliers to embed RM requirements into specifications and statements of work. What’s In It For You We are committed to supporting...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we're taking innovation to the next level. From designing the most advanced air vehicles to refining aircraft that defy gravity, our engineers live on the cutting edge of technology. Never have the opportunities for a technical career been so limitless. Join us as a Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Flight Test Ground Station Engineering Technical Lead -- Level 5 with our legendary Skunk Works® organization. The Skunk Works is an integral part of Lockheed Martin's Aeronautics business area responsible for advanced systems development including conceptual design and rapid prototyping of clean sheet solutions and improvements and derivatives to existing systems. The ideal skunk is an agile, multi-faceted teammate who loves to solve our customer's most difficult challenges. Some of our projects include the U-2, SR-71 Blackbird, F-22 Raptor, F-117 Nighthawk, and the F-35 Lightning II. Learn more about some of the...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin Skunk Works® is on the leading edge of manufacturing innovation. We continually look for ways to improve processes and performance while extracting cost by focusing on the areas of advanced composites, additive manufacturing and high-temperature structures. • Manages the day to day activities for manufacturing engineering team in support of multiple programs. Lead organizational objectives and support line of business customers. • Responsible for project coordination, process reviews, process improvement initiatives and oversight for manufacturing projects in support of production operations. • Establish overall tempo for engineering team and will collaborate cross-functionally with other organizations including production engineering team, production operations, quality and production control. • Responsible for overall department budgets and scheduling of assets to support program needs. • Represent Manufacturing Engineering team during...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineering Lead Senior Staff (Level 5) for the Advanced Development Program (ADP) which is responsible for pioneering cutting‑edge aircraft concepts. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineering Lead Senior Staff (Level 5), you will be responsible for leading high-performance teams in the development and sustainment of air systems, managing program cost, schedule, and technical performance, and pursuing new business with the ability to grow and maintain positive customer relationships. Your responsibilities will include: - Managing systems engineering, configuration management, reliability maintainability & availability, and system safety. - Leading high-performance teams in the development and sustainment of air systems. - Generating cost estimates, creating schedules, supporting reviews, and reporting to senior leadership. - Developing statements of work, managing subcontractors, and ensuring program objectives are...

Description: You will be the Electrical Engineering Manager for the Skunk Works Advanced Development Programs – Electrical Subsystems team which is responsible for delivering cutting‑edge electrical power solutions to historic aerospace projects. What You Will Be Doing As the Electrical Engineering Manager you will be responsible for leading a high‑performing electrical subsystem team while actively contributing technical expertise to Advanced Development Programs. Your responsibilities will include: Define staffing needs, recruit top talent, and manage the full employee lifecycle including onboarding, performance reviews, and terminations. Coach, mentor, and assign work to engineers, fostering growth in the Electrical Power Systems competency. Oversee technical execution of electrical power system design, analysis, and integration within Skunk Works projects. Develop and implement training, career‑development, and recognition programs to elevate team...

Description: Skunk Works® is on the leading edge of manufacturing innovation. We continually look for ways to improve processes and performance while extracting cost by focusing on the areas of advanced composites, additive manufacturing and high-temperature structures. What You Will Be Doing Manages the day to day activity of a large production engineering team in support of a Classified program. This includes the responsibility for production engineering life cycle deliverables from product design through manufacturing implementation. The team consists of manufacturing engineers, test engineers, tooling engineers, manufacturing planners, project managements reps, CAMs and associated mid-level leaders. • Lead the organizational goals and support the line of business customers. • Support the setup of new and expanded facilities, associated capital assets and factory of the future aspects including manufacturing automation and digital transformation within the ADP program...

Description: This position will work on a Vehicle Systems Software Development team. Responsibilities include: - ADP program work force management (Re-assignments/placements, recruitment, selection of new employees, and terminations) - Personnel Management (training, mentoring, career development, performance/compensation, and promotions) - Management responsibility will include significant collaboration with ADP programs, Aeronautics Programs, other Business Units, and Industry. The successful candidate will be expected to support communications with all levels of employees, customers, and industry from engineer up to executive. Strong skills in conflict resolution, proactive communication, building collaborative relationships, and other "soft skills" are desired. - Support pursuit and management of internal and customer sponsored technology roadmaps. - Interface with LM Aero, other business units, external customers, and suppliers to develop new technologies and transition them...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin Skunk Works® is on the leading edge of manufacturing innovation. We continually look for ways to improve processes and performance while extracting cost by focusing on the areas of advanced composites, additive manufacturing and high-temperature structures. • Manages the day to day activities for manufacturing engineering team in support of multiple programs. Lead organizational objectives and support line of business customers. • Responsible for project coordination, process reviews, process improvement initiatives and oversight for manufacturing projects in support of production operations. • Establish overall tempo for engineering team and will collaborate cross-functionally with other organizations including production engineering team, production operations, quality and production control. • Responsible for overall department budgets and scheduling of assets to support program needs. • Represent Manufacturing Engineering team during...

Description: By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we 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 career opportunities designed to propel development 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. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your Mission is Ours. Lockheed Martin Skunk Works and its ISR & UAS line-of-business, seeks a motivated and enthusiastic full-time Early Career Survivability Engineer candidate to join the Signature Management & Survivability Team. Specifically, we seek to identify a...

Description: What You Will Be Doing: Long-term overseas field service assignment at Osan AB, KR as an airframe(APG) technical representative. Position supports active duty U-2 aircraft maintainers. Currently or recently qualified on the U-2 aircraft to perform duties expected of a fully qualified Air Force 7- or 9-level aircraft mechanic strongly preferred. Must have systems knowledge and specific hands-on experience on aircraft general, fuels, hydraulics, engine, egress, flight controls, structures and/or environmental control systems. May assist Air Force (AF) perform periodic inspection tasks and flight line sortie generation operations as required. Must have strong troubleshooting skills and know how to read aircraft drawings and interpret high level tech data. Will provide informal OJT training for Air Force personnel on aircraft systems; inspect/sign-off the work of others; downgrade Red X conditions; assist aircraft flight worthiness decision making; perform "hands on"...

Description: This MSTM reports to a First Line Leader (FLL) in Delivery Operations within ADP Production Operations located at Lockheed Martin Plant 10 in Palmdale, CA. The MSTM supports the FLL and Technicians with coordinating and securing resources needed to meet daily commitments associated with aerospace vehicle production efforts that include build activities, system checkouts, maintenance, servicing, ground handling, and sortie generation (Ground & Flight Operations). Specific responsibilities include: Supporting safe, disciplined, and compliant Production and Flightline Operations to maintain timely, responsive, and exceptional capabilities to deliver FOD and defect-free products to customers. Adhering to, and instilling Lockheed Martin’s Core Values of: Doing What’s Right, Respecting Others, and Performing with Excellence, and fostering OneLM Cultural behaviors of: Collaborate to Win, Accelerate Change, and Hear and Be Heard. Building and maintaining professional...

Description: You will be the Skunk Works Subsystem Design Engineer for the Advanced Development Programs (Skunk Works®) which is responsible for pioneering aerospace subsystem innovations. What You Will Be Doing As the Skunk Works Subsystem Design Engineer you will be responsible for delivering high‑performance subsystem solutions from concept through production. Your responsibilities will include: Develop, test, and validate new and modified subsystem designs. Troubleshoot system malfunctions to determine root cause and corrective action. Create and maintain 3‑D CATIA models, assemblies, installations, system requirements, interface/supplier control drawings, performance specifications, system checkout procedures and statements of work. Create system requirements, trade studies, sub‑component and flight test plans. Coordinate with suppliers, internal and external integrated product teams, management and the customer. What’s In It For You We...

Description: You will be the Sr. Skunk Works Subsystem Design Engineer for the Advanced Development Programs (Skunk Works®) which is responsible for pioneering aerospace subsystem innovations. What You Will Be Doing As the Sr. Skunk Works Subsystem Design Engineer you will be responsible for delivering high‑performance subsystem solutions that enable next‑generation aircraft. Your responsibilities will include: Develop, test, and validate new and modified subsystem designs Troubleshoot system malfunctions to determine root cause and corrective action Create and maintain 3‑D CATIA models, assemblies, installations, and associated documentation Coordinate with suppliers, integrated product teams, management, and customers Support manufacturing, ground/flight test, and customer operating locations What’s In It For You We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn...

Description: You will be a Systems Engineer Staff, Degrader Action Cell (DAC) Lead - Level 4. What You Will Be Doing As a Systems Engineer Staff - Level 4, you will be a Degrader Action Cell (DAC) Lead. Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Investigating and analyzing performance degraders, reviewing supply chain posture, parts inventory, Monthly Demand Rates (MDR), Repair Cycle Times (RCT), consumption rates, field failures, and maintenance practices to recommend actionable solutions. Leading cross-functional projects focused on sustainment improvements and cost-reduction initiatives for the U-2 fleet. Monitoring and maintaining projects and schedules. Developing Return To Green (RTG) plans for the U-2 Keep ‘Em Flying (KEF) Cell. Setting up meetings and reviews with stakeholders. Providing parts Line of Balance status, developing project reports, and maintaining metrics for leadership. Key Responsibilities Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: -...

Description: At Lockheed Martin we 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 career opportunities designed to propel development 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. This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers who are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You will be part of something bigger. This is where the best are built. Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is seeking a full-time Early Career Software Engineer. In this role, you will develop software for avionics, vehicle/mission systems, and simulations. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of C and C++, Agile Software...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer Stf for the ADP Technical Team which is responsible for delivering advanced system engineering solutions to our customers. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer Stf you will be responsible for translating customer needs into clear requirements and technical deliverables while driving cross‑functional collaboration and anomaly investigation. Your responsibilities will include: Develop and author requirements and supporting documentation aligned with customer needs. Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless integration and timely delivery. Investigate and resolve technical anomalies that impact schedule or performance. Apply system‑engineering principles to meet milestones, manage risk, and validate solutions. Communicate status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders to keep projects on target. What’s In It For You We are committed to supporting your work‑life...

Description: This position is for a Software Engineer within the historic Skunk Works Organization. The team is a diverse set of hardware and software engineers working to design, develop, prototype, and integrate cutting edge technologies. Embodying the true Skunk Works spirit, the dynamic, fast-paced environment delivers frequent improvements and testing. The candidate is expected to join a team of software engineers, with a strong focus on individual development and mentorship in the development of high-performance C++ applications for modern cockpit interfaces. Strong software development skills and the ability to diagnose complex software and/or hardware integration problems will make the selected candidate successful in this role. You’ll contribute to software solutions with an eye toward commonality and reusability to reduce long-term costs and maximize value across platforms. You will learn from subject matter experts by participating in the full development lifecycle....

Description: You will be a RF Engineer for the Skunk Works Electromagnetics team, which is responsible for advanced antenna and RF system design and integration. What You Will Be Doing As a Skunk Works RF Engineer you will be responsible for driving RF research, supporting IRAD and CRAD projects, and shaping technology roadmaps. Your responsibilities will include: Lead research and development of advanced antenna and RF system designs. Provide technical support to internal and contracted R&D projects. Define and influence RF technology development directions and roadmaps. Deliver concise technical presentations to customers and engineering teams. Maintain clear written and verbal communications across multidisciplinary groups. 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....