Mechanical Engineer Sr - Level 3

Lockheed Martin

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  Fort Worth, Texas
  
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PERMANENT

Updated 09/03/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

Description:

You will be the Mechanical Engineer Sr for the Simulation and Systems Labs (SSL) team which is responsible for designing and delivering advanced simulation hardware lab environments.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Mechanical Engineer Sr you will be responsible for leading the mechanical design effort that enables realistic flight‑simulation testing.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead mechanical 3D modeling and 2D drawing development for simulation hardware labs.
• Coordinate procurement, vendor engagement, and fabrication liaison for lab infrastructure.
• Oversee installation, checkout, and integration of HITL avionics and simulation equipment.
• Provide Earned Value Management inputs and collaborate across hardware, systems, and operations teams.
• What's In It For You

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

You are a collaborative, detail‑oriented engineer with deep experience in aerospace or mechanical design. You thrive in complex, multi‑disciplinary environments, applying analytical rigor to stress, thermal, and systems challenges. Your proven ability to manage vendor relationships, drive hardware integration, and deliver on cost, schedule, and performance goals makes you a trusted partner for both technical and program teams.

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 be able to obtain a secret clearance.

This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Aeronautical, or Mechanical Engineering with knowledge of design, assembly, and checkout.
  
• Experience in mechanical hardware electronics product/lab Computer Aided Engineering 3D modeling and 2D design/development utilizing CATIA V5 or SolidWorks tools.
  
• Experience in mechanical hardware interpretation and development of Engineering Drawings, Parts Lists, and/or Bill of Materials.
  
• Experience with product estimating, project management/scheduling, Earned Value Management System principles, and HW Design configuration management tools such as Product Data Manager (PDM) and/or

CADATANET.

Desired Skills:

• MS Project, MS Visio, CM Tools such as PDM and/or CAD Datanet or equivalent, Parts Purchasing systems such as SAP NPRs, P-Card, EMAS or equivalent.
  
• Mechanical packaging experience with Electrical, Fiber Optic, and Audio/Visiual equipment.
  
• Stress and Thermodynamic Analysis
  Strong interpersonal and communication skills with various hardware equipment vendors/suppliers.

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 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:

Hardware Engineering

Type:

Full-Time

Shift:

First

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