Staff Mechanical Engineer (Stress Analysis)

Job Summary We are seeking an Orion Stress Analysis Lead who will provide on‑site stress analysis and structural test support of flight hardware as part of the Orion Production Engineering team at Kennedy Space Center. This is an experienced professional, onsite full‑time position that requires U.S. citizenship. Responsibilities Provide timely stress analyses to guide disposition of flight hardware discrepancies. Lead acceptance tests of composite and metallic structures. Coordinate with the Engineering team to develop problem resolutions in support of ATLO. Perform stress and fracture analyses in support of Engineering release. Lead and mentor a small team of junior stress analysts, monitoring task progress and reviewing final analysis documentation. Coordinate with Loads & Dynamics on component and structures environments. Support structural qualification testing. Coordinate with Systems Engineering on verification tasks. Generate performance metrics and status reports for Program Management. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with FEMAP finite element model pre/post processor. Advanced knowledge of and experience with NASTRAN finite element solver. Proven experience leading and mentoring junior engineers with spacecraft structural analysis methods. Knowledge of structural characteristics and mechanical joints with ability to determine detailed load paths through complex systems. Ability to apply new and advanced analytical techniques necessary to perform structural analysis. Experience in manufacturing environment and dispositioning of discrepant hardware. Experience with static structural testing. Experience performing fatigue analysis. U.S. citizenship required. Desired Skills A Master's degree is strongly preferred. Hardware experience, including design, analysis, assembly, integration and test. Knowledge of human-rated structural verification requirements of spacecraft structures. Experience with NASA’s Fracture Control system. Experience performing crack growth analysis with NASGRO. Experience analyzing composite material systems. Experience with TMP Slim/Vision. Knowledgeable of, and possesses experience with, NASA’s Artemis Program. Experience using EPDM Windchill. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and customers independently. Excellent verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills with technical and non-technical audiences. U.S. citizenship required with ability to obtain or maintain a Secret security clearance. Clearance Level None Equal Opportunity Employer Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lockheed Martin