Wind Tunnel Engineer - Level 5

Wind Tunnel Engineer - Level 5 Lockheed Martin Corporation - 4.0 Fort Worth, TX Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid jury duty Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Flextime Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Qualifications Laboratory experience

Full Job Description JOB ID:

726630BR Date posted: May. 05, 2026

Description:

You will be the Wind Tunnel Engineer - Level 5 for the Aerodynamics Test Team which is responsible for delivering high‑fidelity wind‑tunnel testing and aerodynamic research for large government, commercial, and laboratory facilities. What You Will Be Doing As the Wind Tunnel Engineer - Level 5 you will be responsible for providing senior technical leadership within onsite aerodynamic laboratories while contributing to long‑range technical goals.

Your responsibilities will include:

Coordinate with internal Lockheed Martin customers to define test requirements, schedules, and technical approaches. Lead wind‑tunnel model design, fabrication, instrumentation, and installation using mechanical‑design expertise and CATIA. Oversee test execution, drive continuous improvement of test quality, hardware capability, and laboratory processes. Maintain and enhance custom LabVIEW‑based software, supporting data‑acquisition, motion‑control, and pressure‑measurement systems. Plan and track project performance, budgets, and schedules while ensuring rigorous safety compliance. What's In It For You We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Who You Are You are a collaborative senior engineer with proven experience in wind‑tunnel and aerodynamic‑lab environments. Your background includes strong mechanical‑design foundations, hands‑on model development, and proficiency with LabVIEW and CATIA. You excel at communicating complex technical concepts to customers and cross‑functional teams, mentor engineers at all levels, and champion safety and innovation. 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 possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. . Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government Secret security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Experience working in high tech lab testing environment. Knowledge and drive to enhance management of test projects. Willing to travel for off-site testing for potentially multiple weeks per year.

Desired Skills:

Knowledge of Data Acquisition Systems, primarily focused on the acquisition of data from pressure transducers, strain gages, and temperature probes. Knowledge of National Instruments LABVIEW to maintain and develop new capabilities. Willing to work hands-on in a laboratory environment. Experience with Matlab. Experience with 3-D Solid Modeling CAD systems. Experience in instrumentation design and installation. Highly motivated individual with the ability to learn continuously and the ability to identify multiple avenues to successfully reach team goals. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to develop clear technical presentations for customers and suppliers. - Microsoft Office Skills - Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Project.

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:

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week 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:

AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Relocation Available:

Possible Career Area:

Test Engineering Type:

Full-Time Shift:

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Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another's perspectives to win for our customers.

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Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

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Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond. Empowered to

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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

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