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Lockheed Martin · 1 day ago

Materials Engineer

Lockheed Martin is a leader in aerospace and defense, focusing on innovative solutions in space. The Materials Engineer will lead project teams in testing materials for aerospace applications, troubleshoot technical issues, and collaborate with various engineering disciplines to achieve program objectives.

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Responsibilities

Lead small-group project teams to propose, select, qualify, and test metals and composites for hyper-sonic projectiles and atmospheric re-entry vehicle applications
Perform Materials and Processes (M&P) technical engineering assignments
Troubleshoot problems and find innovative solutions
Prepare technical and progress reports on assigned tasks, prepare specifications, evaluate suppliers and analyze test reports
Engage regularly with internal engineering teams and external suppliers to meet program objectives
Coordinate with other disciplines such as Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, and Procurement

Qualification

MaterialsProcesses knowledgeTechnical leadershipProject managementRoot cause failure investigationsDevelopment of new materialsLaboratory material evaluationMentoring junior engineersHandling shifting prioritiesEffective communicationInterpersonal skills

Required

Lead small-group project teams to propose, select, qualify, and test metals and composites for hyper-sonic projectiles and atmospheric re-entry vehicle applications
Perform Materials and Processes (M&P) technical engineering assignments
Troubleshoot problems and find innovative solutions
Prepare technical and progress reports on assigned tasks, prepare specifications, evaluate suppliers and analyze test reports
Engage regularly with internal engineering teams and external suppliers to meet program objectives
Coordinate with other disciplines such as Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, and Procurement
A self-starter who develops solutions to technical issues
A motivated individual who's able to work closely within a geographically diverse team to resolve technical issues
Someone with the ability to handle shifting priorities, multiple projects and timeline pressure to meet deadlines
Someone comfortable with communicating in a variety of forums
Someone willing to mentor and guide junior engineers
The ability to work with management and program representatives at several levels
Technical leadership of small teams or projects
Proven ability to communicate key project information or recommendations to Program management and /or Customers

Preferred

Effective writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of Materials and Processes for aerospace product development, improvement, design, application, and production including soldering, PCBs, additive manufacturing, bonding, polymers, coatings and metals
Experience establishing and implementing technical requirements (specifications, program plans/requirements, etc.)
Knowledge of environmental and operational requirements for materials in space or missile applications (oxidation, thermal stress, radiation, etc)
Knowledge of laboratory material evaluation methods (mechanical, optical, surface chemistry, etc.)
Experience with root cause failure investigations and working with MRB teams
Project management experience. Leading project teams while also independently resolving issues related to manufacturing, development, and failure analysis
Development and characterization of new materials for aerospace applications
Experience participating in major program milestone reviews such as PDR and CDR
Active or Current Top Secret clearance

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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