Standard Job Description
You will be the Aeronautical Engineer Stf for the Advanced Development Program (ADP) which is responsible for conducting external structural loads analyses for advanced aircraft development.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Aeronautical Engineer Stf you will be responsible for delivering precise load analyses that drive design decisions and ensure aircraft performance and safety.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Use aerodynamic laws and data to determine loads and their distribution.
- Perform technical planning and develop methodology for static and repeated external aircraft loads.
- Interpret aircraft usage data from flight data recorders, mission profiles, and other sources.
- Develop design usage spectra and conduct Loads and Environmental Spectra Survey analyses.
- Support wind tunnel, ground, and flight tests by defining load‑oriented test requirements and interpreting test data.
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 dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Who You Are
You are a collaborative engineer with deep expertise in aerodynamic load analysis and a proven ability to translate complex data into actionable design guidance. You thrive in multidisciplinary teams, communicate clearly with stakeholders, and are driven by the impact of delivering safe, high‑performance aircraft.
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
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering technical discipline such as Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aeronautical Engineering
- Experience making/updating Finite Element Models (FEM) in ABAQUS/CAE (useful to know Patran, Hypermesh, FEMAP, or similar)
- Proficient in scripting language (MatLab, Python, VBA, C++, etc.)
- Extensive Structural Design Criteria development experience
- Working knowledge of JSSG-2006 and MIL-STDs related to External Loads
- Experience developing External Loads for advanced airframes and conceptual designs
- Experience leading a team as a technical lead
Desired Skills
- Experience with structural analysis for preliminary sizing
- Familiarity with CATIA V5
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate in a team-based environment
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00
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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.