JOB ID: 729812BR
Date posted: May. 27, 2026
Description:
Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security, and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire, and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.
At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.
As a Materials and Processes Engineer you’ll work on a broad range of projects, in both a laboratory and manufacturing environment, that will challenge you to learn and grow in your career. Working side by side with designers, test and manufacturing engineers, you’ll use your education, experience and growing expertise to develop and evaluate new and innovative technology to survive in the most hostile of environments.
In this role you will:
- Lead small-group project teams to propose, select, qualify, and test composites for hyper-sonic projectiles and atmospheric re-entry vehicle applications
- Lead technical direction and execution of Thermal Protection System products technology readiness and manufacturing readiness increases through qualification and product certification.
- Troubleshoot problems and find innovative solutions
- Prepare technical and progress reports on assigned tasks, prepare specifications, evaluate suppliers and analyze test reports. Present this information to Customers, subcontractors, and internal LM stakeholders.
- Lead technical projects and conduct meetings with internal engineering teams, Customer representatives and external suppliers to meet program objectives
- Review, and critique M&P technical documentation for application at LM and subcontractors. Recommend and ensure that corrective action is implemented when needed.
- Coordinate with other disciplines such as Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, and Procurement
We're looking for:
- Someone with proven experience resolving technical challenges, outlining required data gathering and formulating timely engineering determinations.
- 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
- Experience with ablative thermal protection systems (TPS) or relevant technologies, with an emphasis on the applied manufacturing processes
- Experience with Material Review Board processes and Quality tracking systems (Q-note system)
- Experience with authoring and implementing manufacturing work instructions for processes in electronic, component/part, mechanical or materials fabrication
- Someone comfortable with communicating in a variety of forums including supplier interface
- 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
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Basic Qualifications:
- Materials or process related background and/or field of study with a focus in composites
- Formal coursework, training, experience and/or knowledge of fiber reinforced polymer matrix composites manufacturing and testing
- Experience with Material Review Board processes, dispositioning non-conformities with suppliers and Quality Tracking system (q-note system)
- Experience with manufacturing work instructions for processes in electronic, component/part, mechanical or materials fabrication
- Eligibility/willingness to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance; US Citizenship required
Desired Skills:
- Demonstrated experience with composite selection and qualification for engineering applications
- Understanding of material properties definitions including allowables generation
- Experience reviewing engineering drawings and/or specifications and providing guidance to design, manufacturing, and stress engineers
- Knowledge of Materials and Processes for product development, improvement, design, application, and production
- Work experience using composite specifications (i.e. MIL-STD, AMS, etc.)
- Ability to outline failure analysis tasks related to failure of composite components
- Experience with high temperature materials and applications
- Experience establishing and implementing technical requirements (specifications, program plans/requirements, etc.)
- Knowledge of ablative TPS environmental and operational requirements for materials in space or missile applications
- Knowledge of general materials including metals, composites, polymers, or ceramics
- Experience working collaboratively with customers and teammates
- Influencing corporate and industry standards
- Good writing, communication and interpersonal skills
- Active or Current Secret clearance
Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level:
Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest:
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely:
Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules:
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position:
9x80 every other Friday off
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help 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 diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, 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. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level:
Experienced Professional
Business Unit:
SPACE
Relocation Available:
Possible
Career Area:
Materials Engineering
Type:
Full-Time
Shift:
First
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.
United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.
Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
