Systems Engineer (Mechanical) - GMD Weapons Systems (GWS)

Lockheed Martin

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  Huntsville, Alabama
  
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PERMANENT

Updated 09/03/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

Description:

What Were Doing

Become a part of something IMPACT-ful! Ground Missile Defense (GMD) is the heart of the Missile Defense System and a key element of our nation's defense against ballistic missile attacks.

The GMD Weapon System (GWS) processes data from multiple sensors to identify and characterize the inbound ballistic missile threat, plans the best defensive solution, and launches the intercepting missiles to negate the threat.

The Work

The selected Engineer responsibilities will include the support of the Ground Weapons System (GWS) program as an individual contributor on the HWE environmental team. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance of the GWS system design with hardware requirements, through equipment evaluation and design guidance and analysis products. This role directly supports the design and development of the GWS capability on behalf of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA).

The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, collaborative/teams comprised of all experience levels.

Due to the nature of the role, this is not being offered as a teleworking or hybrid position.

Who We Are

Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place. Our RMS business in Huntsville, AL is a hub of talented engineers, scientists, and professionals committed to shaping the future of defense technology. We value collaboration, excellence, and integrity in everything we do. As a part of our team, you will work alongside like-minded individuals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of whats possible.

Why Join Us

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life

Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

Learn more about Lockheed Martins comprehensive benefits package here!

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Basic Qualifications:

• A final secret clearance is required
  
• BS in Mechanical Engineering and 2 years of related experience, or a Masters STEM Degree and 1 years of related experience, or 0 years of experience with a PhD.
  
• Ability to travel at least 10
  
• Recent design experience using a 3D CAD Package such as SolidWorks, Creo, or NX
  
• Experience drafting & reviewing 2D mechanical drawings per ASME standards.
  
• Prior experience with engineering PLM systems such as Teamcenter and MRP system such as SAP.
  
• Experience in evaluating vendor documents to ensure specifications and datasheet meets requirements.
  
• Familiarity with

MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-1366, MIL-STD-1472, ASME Y14.5, ASME Y14.100, MIL-STD-31000, MIL-STD-461

• Experience evaluating commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and military parts for compliance to meet requirements
  
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, Team, and PowerPoint
  

Desired Skills:

• Understanding and application of industry engineering technical standards; demonstrated experience in structural design and impact assessments.
  
• Experience with Agile or Kanban workflow, including tools such as Jira
  
• Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency (MDA)

Core Standards:

MDA-QS-001-MAP, MDA-QS-003-PMAP, MDA

Instruction 5000.20-INS (ETR Process)

• Familiarity with the GMD domain and GMD Launch Support Systems hardware
  
• Passion for fast-paced environments
  

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 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:

RMS

Relocation Available:

Possible

Career Area:

Systems Engineering:

Other

Type:

Task Order/IDIQ

Shift:

First

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