Wind Tunnel Engineer - Level 5

Job 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 LockheedMartin 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. We provide resources and flexibility to enable inspiration and focus. 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. 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. Willingness 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. Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. Must be a US Citizen; this position requires a government Secret security clearance and 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. Location and Working Conditions Onsite Full‑time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The position requires travel to off‑site testing for potentially multiple weeks per year. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lockheed Martin