36 mechanical engineer lead jobs found

Description: You will be a Senior Dewar Manufacturing Process Engineer for our team at Santa Barbara Focal Plane Lockheed Martin. Our team is dedicated to delivering world-class technology in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, and we're looking for a talented engineer to join our team. What You Will Be Doing Are you a creative engineer that enjoys manufacturing design, automation development, new product development and sustainment? If so, come join the Dewar Engineering team at Santa Barbara Focal Plane Lockheed Martin. We take the vision of the IR sensor design team and develop the manufacturing build to meet the challenging system requirements our customers demand. You will bring your knowledge of materials, mechanical design, and machining to contribute and grow within a dynamic exciting team environment making world class technology in the Aerospace and Defense Industry. The Senior Dewar Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for sustaining and develop manufacturing...

Description: Lockheed Martin’s Santa Barbara Focalplane Infrared Sensors Business is seeking an experienced semiconductor process engineer to join our team on-site in Goleta, CA. What You Will Be Doing As a Staff Semiconductor Process Engineer, you will be responsible for sustaining/supporting III-V and Si semiconductor wafer process areas, which may include photolithography, in-line metrology, wet/dry etching, thin film deposition, and substrate thinning. Assignments include the definition of processing and handling equipment requirements and specifications, review of processing techniques and methods applied in the manufacture, fabrication, and evaluation of semiconductor devices. You will work with development and process integration engineers to adapt new processes and techniques into the manufacturing line as required. This may include defining requirements for new capabilities and organizing, leading, and executing semiconductor processing equipment capital procurement...

Description: You will be the Semiconductor Hermetic Packaging Process Engineer for the Semiconductor Packaging Team. Our team is responsible for advancing hermetic packaging solutions for infrared sensor modules. What You Will Be Doing As the Semiconductor Hermetic Packaging Process Engineer you will be responsible for developing, qualifying, and sustaining dewar process modules that enable high‑yield production of IR sensors. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Define, develop, and transfer hermetic‑packaging processes for IR sensor modules. Own equipment lifecycle, including capital identification, qualification, validation, and preventive maintenance. Write and maintain process work instructions, operational instructions, and inspection plans. Conduct statistical process control, capability assessments, and continuous monitoring. Lead risk assessments, PFMEA, and corrective‑action investigations to ensure reliability....

Description: You will be the Dewar Process Integration Engineer for the Dewar Engineering team. Our team is responsible for delivering world‑class technology in aerospace and defense through innovative manufacturing processes. What You Will Be Doing As the Dewar Process Integration Engineer you will be responsible for designing, sustaining, and improving manufacturing processes for the Integrated Dewar Cooler Assembly. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Design assembly sequences, tooling, and inspection requirements for new products. Perform sustainment activities and resolve defects on the production line. Characterize process capabilities and lead root‑cause corrective actions. Evaluate product life‑cycle requirements and support production readiness reviews. Apply data analytics to drive first‑pass yield improvements and conduct Pareto analysis. Why Join Us The ideal candidate is a collaborative engineer who...

Description: You will be the Research Scientist for the ADP SLO team which is responsible for driving engineering support across design and production programs. What You Will Be Doing As the Research Scientist you will be responsible for providing engineering support to production, collecting and analyzing RCS data, and developing sustainment processes. Your responsibilities will include: Collect RCS data using specialized test equipment and interpret results to influence component serviceability. Develop processes and procedures for LO sustainment, including defect and repair effect assessments. Perform Stability‑Over‑Time analysis and contribute to intellectual‑property evaluations and patent applications. Coordinate inter‑departmental activities and research efforts related to materials and coatings applications. Support program decision‑making through data‑driven insights and recommendations. What’s In It For You We are committed to...

Description: You will be the Materials & Processes Engineer Stf - Composites - Level 4 for the Advanced Development Programs (ADP) which is responsible for advancing composite manufacturing capabilities. What You Will Be Doing As the Materials & Processes Engineer Stf - Composites - Level 4 you will be responsible for applying composite material engineering principles to enable manufacturing and research & development of composite parts, including fiber‑reinforced organic matrix materials and processes such as hand lay‑up, Automated Fiber Placement (AFP), and Resin Transfer Molding (RTM). “Your responsibilities will include:” Interface with internal teams and suppliers on technical issues related to composite raw materials, new processes, and manufacturing plans. Develop and execute composite research and qualification plans, including process development and material characterization. Author and maintain composite material and process...

Description: You will be the Materials & Processes Engineer Sr Stf - Composites - Level 5 for the Advanced Development Programs (ADP) which is responsible for... What You Will Be Doing As the Materials & Processes Engineer Sr Stf - Composites - Level 5 you will be responsible for applying composite material engineering principles to enable manufacturing and research & development of composite parts. "Your responsibilities will include:" Interface internally and with suppliers on technical issues with composite raw materials, new materials and processes, manufacturing plans, and parts fabrication. Develop and implement composite research and qualification plans, including process development and material characterization. Author and maintain composite material and process specifications. Advise on appropriate selection of materials and processes for parts and products. Provide direct M&P support to assembly and fabrication...

Description: This position is with the historic Skunk Works in Palmdale, CA. We are looking for world-class talent for this position to join the 75+ year tradition of creating advanced aircraft. What You Will Be Doing: The candidate will have experience across the spectrum of systems engineering activities, ideally in a model-based environment. · The candidate must be able to handle multiple and widely varying assignments simultaneously in a fast paced, ever changing environment. · The candidate will generate, decompose, track and verify requirements, perform risk assessments, perform trade studies, write supplier specifications, support technical planning, and support integration and test activities. · The candidate must have the ability to work independently in addition to being a team player, successfully meet assigned deadlines, effectively communicate solutions to senior leaders and proactively elevate issues when necessary. · The ideal candidate is an emerging...

Description: You will be the Mechanical Design Engineer Sr - Skunkworks for the Skunkworks team which is responsible for ... What You Will Be Doing As the Mechanical Design Engineer Sr - Skunkworks you will be responsible for delivering high‑impact mechanical designs that enable next‑generation electromagnetic and RF systems. Your responsibilities will include: Design electromagnetic/RF components and antennas. Develop radomes and support structures for flight‑qualified hardware. Engineer composite and metallic components/structures. Create full‑scale RCS/RF test fixtures. Provide technical support for classified activities. 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,...

Description: The ADP team is looking for a Sr. Fabrication Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Palmdale, CA! What You Will Be Doing Lead small teams to ensure production needs are met and discrete deliverables are completed ahead of need. Conduct critical design reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with manufacturing processes. Develop assembly plans and innovative solutions to address daily challenges, ensuring efficient production flow. Create and maintain detailed manufacturing products and documentation. Provide direct support on the production floor, troubleshooting issues and implementing solutions. Utilize Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) to develop manufacturing processes. Interpret drawings and model-based designs, translating them into actionable steps for manufacturability for the production environment. Collaborate with team members to explore out-of-the-box thinking and...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin The F-35 Integrated Test Force at Edwards AFB, CA is seeking a Discipline Engineer to support current mission planning tasking and to expand the Utilities and Subsystems capabilities for F-35 Developmental Test. Candidate will work directly with the flight test team, pilots, and the Subsystems IPT to plan, execute, and analyze flight test events. Perform post-mission data analysis, lead complex troubleshooting aircraft anomalies, and review and update documentation and instructions to facilitate fielding of vehicle systems components. Job entails aircraft system monitoring and troubleshooting anomalies in real time. Support root cause analysis for off nominal events and generate corrective action recommendations. Provide technical support to test pilots, flight test crews, and maintenance personnel as needed. **Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.** EngineeringAeronautics What’s In It...

Description: You will be the Stress Analysis Engineer for the Advanced Development Programs (ADP) which is responsible for delivering groundbreaking aerospace solutions. What You Will Be Doing As the Stress Analysis Engineer you will be responsible for applying advanced analytical techniques to ensure the structural integrity of aircraft components and systems. Your responsibilities will include: Support Production and Sustainment Material Review Board (MRB) repairs to ensure discrepant parts or assemblies meet required strength standards. Perform stress analysis on composite and metallic materials, including sizing of detail parts and assessing the strength of primary and secondary aircraft structures and systems. Certify new and existing designs by performing strength analysis, releasing drawings, and preparing analysis reports. Evaluate and compare structural efficiency and weight for different structural arrangements and concepts through analysis...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer Senior Staff - Level 5 for the Skunk Works Systems Engineering team which is responsible for advancing cutting‑edge mission systems. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer Senior Staff - Level 5 you will be responsible for leading the development of a new Skunk Works product within a program portfolio, driving technical solutions in a fast‑paced environment. You will partner with program management, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams to ensure technical integrity and successful delivery. Your responsibilities will include: - Guiding engineering personnel in requirements development, decomposition, tracking, and verification. - Chairing Functional Configuration Audits and leading risk assessments and mitigation efforts. - Developing supplier specifications, technical plans, and verifying requirements. - Providing systems and subsystem integration/test support and collaborating with program management. - Applying Earned...

Description: You will be the Aeronautical Engineer (Wind Tunnel Operations) - Level 4 for the Low‑speed 2 Wind Tunnel (L2WT) Operations Team which is responsible for advancing aerodynamic testing capabilities. What You Will Be Doing As the Aeronautical Engineer (Wind Tunnel Operations) you will be responsible for leading a critical wind‑tunnel operations team, delivering high‑impact test results for multiple programs. Your responsibilities will include: Developing affordable, low‑risk testing approaches that meet customer objectives. Integrating and calibrating instrumentation, actuation devices, and electronics for data acquisition. Designing rapid‑prototype wind‑tunnel models and support hardware using existing digital‑twin CATIA models. Overseeing fabrication and assembly of support‑system components and model parts. Operating the wind tunnel and executing test plans in accordance with customer requirements. What’s In It For You We are...

Description: You will be the Aeronautical Engineer (Wind Tunnel Operations) - Level 5 for the Low‑speed 2 Wind Tunnel (L2WT) Operations Team which is responsible for advancing aerodynamic testing capabilities. What You Will Be Doing As the Aeronautical Engineer (Wind Tunnel Operations) you will be responsible for leading a critical wind‑tunnel operations team, delivering high‑impact test results for multiple programs. Your responsibilities will include: Developing affordable, low‑risk testing approaches that meet customer objectives. Integrating and calibrating instrumentation, actuation devices, and electronics for data acquisition. Designing rapid‑prototype wind‑tunnel models and support hardware using existing digital‑twin CATIA models. Overseeing fabrication and assembly of support‑system components and model parts. Operating the wind tunnel and executing test plans in accordance with customer requirements. What’s In It For You We are...

Description: You will be the Opto-Mechanical Engineer– Santa Barbara Focal Plane Infrared Sensors for Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control. Our team creates and implements cutting edge IR sensor technologies, advancing high performance cryogenic focal plane assemblies while sustaining existing production lines. What You Will Be Doing As the Opto-Mechanical Engineer, you will own the end to end mechanical development of infrared sensor hardware. You’ll partner with electrical, systems, test and manufacturing engineers, as well as suppliers, to move designs from concept through pilot builds and into full rate production. Your responsibilities will include • Developing mechanical concepts, solid modeling assemblies, and creating detailed 3 D CAD models. • Performing tolerance stack up, thermal, and structural analyses to verify performance under cryogenic and space flight conditions. • Preparing manufacturing ready drawings, bill of materials (BOMs), and technical data...

Description: The coolest jobs on this planet… or any other… are with Lockheed Martin Space. 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! We are looking for a dedicated Space Vehicle Responsible Systems Principle Engineer (SV RSE) to join the NGG/OPIR team in Sunnyvale, California. This role serves as the technical advocate for the satellite throughout its life cycle, from requirements definition through mission...

Description: You will be the MRB Engineer, Senior for the F-35 Flight Test MRB Team which is responsible for ensuring airframe, electrical, fuel, hydraulic, and LO finish discrepancies are identified, evaluated, and resolved to support mission‑critical flight test operations. What You Will Be Doing As the MRB Engineer, Senior you will be responsible for leading material review investigations, developing technical solutions, and releasing disposition packages for non‑conformances on high‑performance aircraft components. Your responsibilities will include: Investigate aircraft anomalies and craft technically sound disposition recommendations. Coordinate resolution efforts across Stress/Service Life, Quality Assurance, Structures, Systems Design, Safety, and Materials teams. Interface daily with flight‑test engineering and maintenance personnel to integrate corrective actions. Support process improvements, embed best practices, and manage lessons‑learned...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer Senior - Level 3 for the historic Skunk Works. We are looking for world-class talent for this position to join the 75+ year tradition of creating advanced aircraft. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer Senior - Level 3 you will be responsible for delivering end‑to‑end systems‑engineering support for advanced aircraft programs. Your responsibilities will include: - Generating, decomposing, tracking, and verifying requirements; performing risk assessments and trade studies. - Developing supplier specifications and supporting technical planning, integration, and test activities. - Managing multiple, varied assignments simultaneously in a fast‑paced, evolving environment. - Collaborating across multidisciplinary teams, communicating solutions to senior leaders, and proactively elevating issues. - Leading creative problem‑solving as an emerging specialist in systems engineering. What’s In It For You We are committed to...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer Senior - Level 3 for the historic Skunk Works. We are looking for world-class talent for this position to join the 75+ year tradition of creating advanced aircraft. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer Senior - Level 3 you will be responsible for delivering advanced systems engineering support, driving innovation for cutting‑edge aircraft programs. Your responsibilities will include: - Generating, decomposing, tracking, and verifying requirements; performing risk assessments and trade studies. - Developing supplier specifications and supporting technical planning, integration, and test activities. - Managing multiple, varied assignments simultaneously in a fast‑paced, evolving environment. - Collaborating across multidisciplinary teams, communicating solutions to senior leaders, and proactively elevating issues. - Leading creative problem‑solving as an emerging specialist in systems engineering. What’s In It For You...