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Lockheed Martin · 5 days ago

Loads and Dynamics Engineer (Level 4)

Lockheed Martin is a pioneer and innovator in the aerospace industry, dedicated to building solutions for complex engineering challenges. The Loads and Dynamics Engineer will perform structural dynamic analyses for spacecraft flight hardware, develop models, and prepare test plans while documenting results for program reviews.

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Responsibilities

Perform structural dynamic analyses for spacecraft flight hardware
Produce and maintain models generated from both in-house and commercially available software codes that simulate mechanical loading conditions, dynamic environments (shock and vibration), and mechanism motions
Perform loads development (primary/secondary structure and component level), shock and vibration environments determination, component and system level testing, and data evaluation
Document analysis results in formal reports and presentations that are clear, adequately detailed, and timely
Define and integrate requirements into the system baseline
Prepare test plans/requirements for: static, separation dynamics, vibration, modal, and shock tests. Analyze and document the results in post-test reports
Present analysis and test results at program reviews such as Design Reviews, Technical Interchange Meetings, Engineering Review Boards, and Test Readiness Reviews

Qualification

Structural Dynamics AnalysisFinite Element ModelingCoupled Loads AnalysisMechanical EngineeringShockVibration TestingDriveCollaboration SkillsOwnership

Required

Perform structural dynamic analyses for spacecraft flight hardware
Produce and maintain models generated from both in-house and commercially available software codes that simulate mechanical loading conditions, dynamic environments (shock and vibration), and mechanism motions
Perform loads development (primary/secondary structure and component level), shock and vibration environments determination, component and system level testing, and data evaluation
Document analysis results in formal reports and presentations that are clear, adequately detailed, and timely
Define and integrate requirements into the system baseline
Prepare test plans/requirements for: static, separation dynamics, vibration, modal, and shock tests. Analyze and document the results in post-test reports
Present analysis and test results at program reviews such as Design Reviews, Technical Interchange Meetings, Engineering Review Boards, and Test Readiness Reviews
The selected candidate will work onsite full-time at our Huntsville, AL campus
This role requires an active Secret clearance

Preferred

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering/Structural Mechanics program or equivalent from an accredited college/university or equivalent experience with minimum 9 years dynamics experience
Understanding of missile and/or spacecraft structures, statics, strength of materials, structural dynamics principles, and methods
Experience evaluating designs using rigid body or flexible body analysis methods and tools
Proficiency with modern substructure modeling, assembly, and component mode synthesis methods such as Craig-Bampton sub structuring
Proficiency with structural analysis of composite structures, metallic structures, and mechanisms
Proficiency in Finite Element Modeling, modal analysis techniques, and model correlation/verification
Proficiency in Coupled Loads Analysis (CLA) on spacecraft/launch vehicles
Experience in the planning and execution of static, vibration, acoustic, modal, and shock tests for aerospace flight hardware
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with adjacent disciplines (e.g. systems engineering, aerodynamics, stress analysis, design, test) in a highly integrated team environment
Ability and desire to assume ownership of tasks and drive to closure quickly and efficiently

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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