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Lockheed Martin

Aeronautical Engineer Sr

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What they do

An Aerospace Engineer designs aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft using knowledge of engineering and physics, and tests prototypes to see if they work according to design. May specialize in aeronautical design and work with airplanes and helicopters, or specialize in astronautical design and work with vehicles used in outer space. May specialize in a particular area of design, such as aerodynamic flow or navigation.

$113,577 / year median in Nevada

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Aeronautical Engineer Sr Lockheed Martin
  • Henderson, Nevada
PERMANENT
Updated 08/2026 Job Description Job Summary
Description:
We are Lockheed Martin As an Flight Test Control Engineer (FTCE), you will be part of the Flight Test team of professionals. FTCE will have a strong background in developmental flight testing working with a team of engineers, maintainers and logistics personnel and perform various processes and protocols. You will ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance in all aspects of flight test operations. The role demands the ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Travel, overtime, odd shifts, and weekend work may be required.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Working with a multidisciplinary test team, ensuring collaboration, timely project completion, and high standards of work. 2.
Process & Procedure Development:
Ensure the engineering, maintenance and logistics teams develops, implements, and adheres to robust processes and procedures for all flight test operations. 3.
Configuration Control:
Ensures rigorous configuration control practices, ensuring that all weapon system modifications, systems, and components align with company standards. 4.
Training:
Maintains and stays up to date current test team training and company standard requirements.
  • Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
  • EngineeringAeronautics What's In It For You Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • 401k
  • Paid time off
  • Work/life balance
  • Career development
  • Mentorship opportunities
  • Rewards & recognition Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, science, or technology discipline Experience in working with technical teams Developmental Flight Test Experience
Desired Skills:
Experience interacting with customers in a formal capacity or as subject matter expert. Experience with engineering documentation, configuration control and change boards. Experience creating/maintaining an Integrated Master Schedule Network Works effectively with minimal guidance Experience in an Flight Test planning or scheduling type of capacity
Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level:
Top Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years 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. 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 worlds 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:
AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available:
Possible
Career Area:
Aeronautical Engineering
Type:
Full-Time
Shift:
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