124 engineering jobs found in Palmdale, CA

Description: This is an entry-level touch labor role focused on the fabrication of advanced composite materials for programs with Lockheed’s Skunk Works. The selected candidate will work within a fabrication and completed part assembly environment. The selected candidate will gain experience with composite layups, fabrication, testing, and completion of advanced materials. Fabrication techniques will include dry & wet layups of composite laminates, vacuum bag, and curing. Familiarity with large oven and autoclave preparation and curing is desired, including trims, cuts, and vacuum bags in preparation for curing. The selected candidate will work to engineering specifications, procedures, and drawings; measure and inspect produced parts using various inspection and test methods; and use a methodical and precise approach to ensure successful completion of production tasks on highly sensitive and high value hardware. This position is based at a facility that requires special...

Description: Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in Palmdale is seeking a full-time Engineering Aide Sr Spec . In this role, you will perform mechanical design of electromagnetic/RF components, antennas, radomes, support structures, flight qualified hardware, composite/metallic components/structures, full scale RCS/RF test fixtures, and will provide support for other classified activities. The candidate is not expected to be an expert, but should have general knowledge in the fields of mechanical design. The candidate will primarily provide support to design engineers on the Electromagnetics team in various design work and will also support the model shop in fabrication work. Basic Qualifications: MUST be enrolled OR has obtained either a Bachelors of Science or Engineering degree program. 5 year minimum experience with detail part or assembly fabrication. Work experience with air vehicle or RCS test fixtures and models. MUST have Final Secret Clearance Desired Skills: Experience...

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: We are Lockheed Martin Test and Evaluation (T&E) Edwards Senior Manager of Projects and Logistics at Edwards Air Force Base. Oversees all programmatic, financial, project planning, and logistic and warehouse elements of the Lockheed Martin flight test programs at Edwards Air Force Base. Provide planning for the Test and Evaluation Projects and Logistics teams and be a principal POC for Edwards Flight Test efforts to the Engineering and Technology Lines of Business and T&E Integrators in Fort Worth. Reports directly to the Edwards Site Director, and actively collaborates with the Fort Worth Execution Leads, program management leadership, program office leadership, and base leadership. Oversee the Program Management team, the Program Integrators and the Warehouse and Logistics teams. Works with the senior leadership team in conjunction with local Flight Test Squadron Leadership to develop a priority strategy to ensure that all test requirements are...

Description: You will be the Field Engineer Associate Manager for the Javelin Joint Venture team located near the sunny Pacific coast of Los Angeles. Our team drives production control, technical oversight, and personnel management for depot level repair and sustainment of the Javelin Anti Tank Missile program—a strategic partnership between Lockheed Martin and Raytheon. We enable rapid, high quality maintenance for domestic and international customers in a fast paced, mission critical environment. What You Will Be Doing As the Field Engineer Associate Manager you will be responsible for orchestrating material, manpower, and schedule flow to keep the depot running like a well tuned engine. You’ll partner daily with the sustainment team to ensure data integrity, apply continuous improvement tools, and deliver technical excellence that translates into mission success. Your responsibilities will include: • Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary crew of repair, quality, and supply...

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 Aeronautics is seeking a full-time Early Career RF Engineer (Antenna Design). In this role, you will design, integrate, and test antennas, radomes, and/or RF electronics. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge...

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 Aeronautics is seeking a full-time Early Career RF Engineer (Antenna Design). In this role, you will design, integrate, and test antennas, radomes, and/or RF electronics. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge...

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...

Description: Do you want to be part of a legacy of innovation that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible? At Lockheed Martin Skunk Works®, we’re seeking talented individuals ready to tackle the most advanced projects in aerospace. As an Aircraft Material Applicator, you’ll be part of a high-performing team supporting classified aircraft programs that help shape the future of defense technology. What You Will Be Doing: In this hands-on role, you'll perform a range of material application techniques including spray, wipe, brush, dip, and heat-activated processes on aircraft parts, assemblies, and finished aircraft. You’ll interpret blueprints and engineering documents to determine appropriate surface preparations, application techniques, and masking requirements. • Prepare and treat aircraft surfaces using sanding, masking, stripping, and cleaning procedures • Apply adhesives, aerodynamic fillers, sealants, and coatings with precision—often requiring strict adherence to...

Description: Step into the future of flight with Lockheed Martin as an Aerospace Project Engineer (Level 3) in Palmdale — where cutting-edge innovation meets mission-critical execution. This is more than project coordination — it’s technical leadership. You’ll manage cost, schedule, and performance while solving real-world engineering challenges in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment. If you thrive on ownership, collaboration, and delivering results that matter, this is your opportunity to make an impact where precision and performance define success. Join a team that builds what others only imagine. What You Will Be Doing Coordinates planning, organization, control, integration and completion of engineering projects within area of assigned responsibility. Plans and formulates engineering program; reviews product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications. Evaluates and approves...

Description: You will be the Structural Dynamics Engineer for the Advanced Development Program (ADP) which is responsible for cutting‑edge aerospace research and development. What You Will Be Doing As the Structural Dynamics Engineer you will be responsible for conducting flutter analyses and supporting dynamic testing for advanced aircraft concepts. You will work within a highly technical team that drives innovation in structural dynamics. Your responsibilities will include: Conduct structural dynamics analyses and assess aircraft modifications, including nonlinear explicit dynamics. Provide assistance to other structural dynamics disciplines such as dynamic response and dynamic loads/buffet. Support flutter ground vibration test and flight test activities. Document flutter analysis results, ground and flight test plans, and outcomes. Coordinate with internal Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and interact with external IPTs and suppliers....

Description: As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and optimizing manufacturing processes and procedures to drive operational excellence. You will leverage your expertise in materials, tooling, and process flow to define build sequences and ensure product quality, efficiency, and manufacturability. Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and refine manufacturing processes and build sequences based on a strong understanding of materials and fabrication techniques. Evaluate equipment and tool performance to verify efficiency, reliability, and alignment with production requirements. Identify and resolve issues related to tooling, process capability, and production inefficiencies through root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. Collaborate with design engineering teams to provide feedback on design concepts and specifications, ensuring manufacturability and optimal use of available equipment and methods. Operate within a...

Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and optimizing manufacturing processes and procedures to drive operational excellence. You will leverage your expertise in materials, tooling, and process flow to define build sequences and ensure product quality, efficiency, and manufacturability. Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement, and refine manufacturing processes and build sequences based on a strong understanding of materials and fabrication techniques. Evaluate equipment and tool performance to verify efficiency, reliability, and alignment with production requirements. Identify and resolve issues related to tooling, process capability, and production inefficiencies through root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. Collaborate with design engineering teams to provide feedback on design concepts and specifications, ensuring manufacturability and optimal use of available equipment and methods. Operate within a...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin Program Manager, Production - Level 4 The successful candidate will join the Program Office as the Program Manager for production activities. This includes Program Management oversight of the value chain from engineering design through build execution, responsibility for program management of certain elements of production work, and ensuring execution meets cost and schedule objectives. This requires cross-functional leadership and collaboration with Global Supply Chain (GSC), Operations, Quality, Engineering, Business Management, and others. The successful candidate will be a self-driven individual who can identify emerging issues and influence others, across the enterprise, to enable issue resolution. The PM may represent the Program and Lockheed Martin to suppliers, customers, and LM senior leadership, and as such must possess excellent communication skills and be able to develop and deliver high-quality briefings. What You Will Be...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin Join Lockheed Martin Aeronautics' cutting-edge team at the Advanced Development Programs (Skunk Works®) in Palmdale, California, as a full-time Subsystem Design Engineer. Dive into the heart of aerospace innovation, where you'll craft and refine aircraft subsystem designs, tackle technical challenges head-on, and ensure flawless installations. Your role will involve everything from developing and validating new designs to troubleshooting malfunctions, all while collaborating with a diverse array of teams and stakeholders. If you're ready to soar with the best in the industry and leave your mark on the future of aviation, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Responsibilities for this position may 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 and installations, system...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin Join Lockheed Martin Aeronautics' cutting-edge team at the Advanced Development Programs (Skunk Works®) in Palmdale, California, as a full-time Subsystem Design Engineer. Dive into the heart of aerospace innovation, where you'll craft and refine aircraft subsystem designs, tackle technical challenges head-on, and ensure flawless installations. Your role will involve everything from developing and validating new designs to troubleshooting malfunctions, all while collaborating with a diverse array of teams and stakeholders. If you're ready to soar with the best in the industry and leave your mark on the future of aviation, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Responsibilities for this position may 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 and installations, system...

Description: We are Lockheed Martin As a Flight Test Engineer you will be responsible for leading the flight test engineering team in planning and implementing flight test program(s); coordinating test program activities with manufacturing, test site resources, engineering system specialists, and other organizations; ensuring proper configuration of the test article is specified and coordinated, as well as the proper test fixtures, sites, specialized equipment, and personnel availability to support the planned tests; and creating the test cards, conducting the pre- and post-test briefings, and directing and conducting the actual test mission from the control room (TD and TC). Maintain detailed specific knowledge of all aspects of the missions they are responsible for: Test Procedures, Aircraft Operating Limitations & Flight Clearance Limitations Compliance, Test Execution Package requirements and safety planning, including General Minimizing Procedures, Test Hazard Analyses,...

Description: You will be the Low Observables Engineer for the Signature Management & Survivability Team which is responsible for advancing low‑observable technologies and supporting ISR & UAS missions. What You Will Be Doing As the Low Observables Engineer you will be responsible for shaping stealth signature reduction strategies, guiding simulation efforts, and acting as an emerging LO signature advisor within a high‑tempo environment. Your responsibilities will include: Execute and analyze vehicle signature predictions using Unix‑based tools and develop scripts for batch processing. Plan and conduct laboratory measurements of material properties, including post‑processing and clear reporting of results. Design, model, fabricate, and test advanced electromagnetic metamaterials for signature reduction. Develop, test, and maintain signature prediction algorithms utilizing Python, C++, C#, Java, and Fortran. Lead R&D initiatives to...

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 subsystems installation and integration. What You Will Be Doing Lead small teams focused on portions of the build 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...

Description: You will be the Mechanical Design Engineer Staff - Skunkworks for the Skunkworks team which is responsible for delivering cutting‑edge mechanical solutions for advanced aerospace systems. What You Will Be Doing As the Mechanical Design Engineer Staff - Skunkworks you will be responsible for turning complex concepts into flight‑qualified hardware that enables next‑generation missions. Your responsibilities will include: Designing electromagnetic and RF components, including antennas and radomes, to meet stringent performance criteria. Developing support structures and composite/metallic components for high‑stress, flight‑qualified hardware. Creating full‑scale RCS/RF test fixtures and ensuring they are calibrated for accurate data collection. Integrating mechanical designs with classified projects and providing technical support throughout the development lifecycle. Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to validate designs...