Mechanical Engineer - Dynamics - FEM at Lockheed Martin Sunnyvale, CA

Responsibilities Develop a detailed Finite Element Model for the new D5LE2 Missile Design Perform structural dynamic analyses for missile and spacecraft flight hardware Produce and maintain models generated from both in‑house and commercially available software codes, that simulate mechanical loading conditions, mechanism deployment motions, and the response behaviour of missile segment and spacecraft separation events Perform loads development (primary structure and component level), shock and vibration environment determination and component and system level testing and data evaluation Prepare test plans; static, separation dynamics, vibration, modal and shock test execution, and post‑test reports Have the ability to work on a multi‑disciplined team performing structural design trades, preliminary and detailed design/analysis activity and performance and maintenance assessments of operational systems Support dynamic test definitions, requirements development, test monitoring, data reduction, and comparison to analysis efforts Provide user documentation and recommendations for data packages to support peer and customer reviews, present analysis data to engineering teams, customer technical representatives, and Program Office personnel at technical interchange meetings and design reviews Mentor junior engineers and cross‑train other engineering fields Provide review, interpretation, flow‑down, and implementation of program requirements, and plan tasks and review budget and schedule to reduce cost and cycle time Basic Qualifications Solid understanding of structures and structural dynamics either through education or work experience Proficiency in application of finite element analysis principles as well as rigid and flexible body lumped‑parameters Experience with NX/NASTRAN finite element modeling or equivalent Knowledge of and applicable experience with missile or spacecraft structural dynamic methods Must be a US Citizen with an active Secret Clearance; ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance Desired Skills A Master's degree is strongly preferred for this position Ability to work in a collaborative and highly integrated team environment Ability and desire to assume ownership of tasks and drive to closure quickly and efficiently Experience evaluating designs using rigid body or flexible body analysis methods and tools Mechanisms, antenna, electronic component, ground support, hoisting, and test support equipment, and composite materials analysis experience Experience with NX/NASTRAN, Abaqus, LS‑Dyna, Matlab, Mathcad and CREO Static, vibration, acoustic, modal, shock test experience of aerospace flight hardware Creativity/innovation to tackle issues related to anomalous performance of any aspect of a mechanical system Top Secret DOD Clearance Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Top Secret Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington, or Washington DC is $85,500 – $150,765. For other states, the salary range will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Benefits Offered Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education Assistance Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Holidays Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lockheed Martin