Entry Level Aircraft Engineer Jobs
New grad aircraft engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or hands-on portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Aerospace & Defense, Manufacturing, and Technology & Software, with employers like Garmin, Gulfstream Aerospace, and Air Evac Lifeteam hiring at this level now.
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JOB ID: 733067BR
Date posted: Jun. 22, 2026
Description:
We are Lockheed MartinOur products play an important role in the national security of the United States and more than 70 other countries, ensuring peace and stability around the world. Highly trained and specialized personnel and facilities are key to the company's unrivaled success in the aeronautics industry. Our workforce of more than 30,000 has pre-eminent expertise in advanced aircraft design and production, modification and support, stealth technology and systems integration.
Join the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Team as a Senior Aircraft Maintenance Support Engineer/Trainer for our F-35 Program! This position establishes and directs a training system and/or conducts classroom and practical instruction to provide technical knowledge for the safe maintenance, repair, and operation of aircraft, aircraft systems, ground equipment, tools, test equipment, stores and facilities, according to established procedures. May analyze current operating problems and future operating requirements to identify training needs and develop training programs. Writes, edits, and produces materials for technical instruction. Provides assistance and support to all divisions in helping them determine their training needs and develop and conduct their maintenance training programs. Monitors the maintenance of company-wide training programs. Maintains currency in technical developments, technical training, and audiovisual techniques including the maintenance of company aircraft instruction manuals. Coordinates all required technical training and outside contract sales technical training programs.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Coordinates the F-35 Flight Test maintenance and logistics training program at Edwards AFB.
- Monitors the annual certifications for over 200 employees.
- Facilitates with local and off-site trainers to schedule initial/recurring training. Conducts training for Foreign Object Debris/Damage (FOD) and Fall Protection.
- Provides inputs to the Training Management System (TMS) and Learning Management System.
- Ensures smooth transition during all future ALIS and TMS software version upgrades.
- Serves as the training point of contact for all internal and external audits and responsible for providing corrective actions plans.
Must be a United States citizen. Must possess at minimum an Interim Secret Security Clearance. Must be able to obtain a Final Secret Security Clearance.
What’s In It For You
Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
- Medical
- Dental
- 401k
- Paid time off
- Work/life balance
- Career development
- Mentorship opportunities
- Rewards & recognition
Basic Qualifications:
The following Basic Qualifications are skills that a candidate must possess to be considered for this position:
- A Bachelor's degree with 5 years recent aircraft maintenance experience within the last 12 years OR at least 8 years recent experience in aircraft maintenance without a Bachelor's degree
- At least 1 year experience conducting formal training in a classroom setting
- Must be proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite
Desired Skills:
The following Desired Skills are not required but are those skills that would set a candidate apart from the others:
- Must have excellent communication/presentation skills.
- F35 maintenance/training experience.
- Classroom training in an aircraft maintenance environment.
- Experience with DCMA 8210.1C, OSHA, AFOSH, and state safety/health regulations.
Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.Clearance Level:
SecretOther 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 weekPay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $77,700 - $136,965. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $89,300 - $154,905. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
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 world's 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 ProfessionalBusiness Unit:
AERONAUTICS COMPANYRelocation Available:
PossibleCareer Area:
Miscellaneous EngineeringType:
Full-TimeShift:
FirstAt Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.
United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.
Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
JOB ID: 733067BR
Date posted: Jun. 22, 2026
Description:
We are Lockheed MartinOur products play an important role in the national security of the United States and more than 70 other countries, ensuring peace and stability around the world. Highly trained and specialized personnel and facilities are key to the company's unrivaled success in the aeronautics industry. Our workforce of more than 30,000 has pre-eminent expertise in advanced aircraft design and production, modification and support, stealth technology and systems integration.
Join the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Team as a Senior Aircraft Maintenance Support Engineer/Trainer for our F-35 Program! This position establishes and directs a training system and/or conducts classroom and practical instruction to provide technical knowledge for the safe maintenance, repair, and operation of aircraft, aircraft systems, ground equipment, tools, test equipment, stores and facilities, according to established procedures. May analyze current operating problems and future operating requirements to identify training needs and develop training programs. Writes, edits, and produces materials for technical instruction. Provides assistance and support to all divisions in helping them determine their training needs and develop and conduct their maintenance training programs. Monitors the maintenance of company-wide training programs. Maintains currency in technical developments, technical training, and audiovisual techniques including the maintenance of company aircraft instruction manuals. Coordinates all required technical training and outside contract sales technical training programs.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Coordinates the F-35 Flight Test maintenance and logistics training program at Edwards AFB.
- Monitors the annual certifications for over 200 employees.
- Facilitates with local and off-site trainers to schedule initial/recurring training. Conducts training for Foreign Object Debris/Damage (FOD) and Fall Protection.
- Provides inputs to the Training Management System (TMS) and Learning Management System.
- Ensures smooth transition during all future ALIS and TMS software version upgrades.
- Serves as the training point of contact for all internal and external audits and responsible for providing corrective actions plans.
Must be a United States citizen. Must possess at minimum an Interim Secret Security Clearance. Must be able to obtain a Final Secret Security Clearance.
What’s In It For You
Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
- Medical
- Dental
- 401k
- Paid time off
- Work/life balance
- Career development
- Mentorship opportunities
- Rewards & recognition
Basic Qualifications:
The following Basic Qualifications are skills that a candidate must possess to be considered for this position:
- A Bachelor's degree with 5 years recent aircraft maintenance experience within the last 12 years OR at least 8 years recent experience in aircraft maintenance without a Bachelor's degree
- At least 1 year experience conducting formal training in a classroom setting
- Must be proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite
Desired Skills:
The following Desired Skills are not required but are those skills that would set a candidate apart from the others:
- Must have excellent communication/presentation skills.
- F35 maintenance/training experience.
- Classroom training in an aircraft maintenance environment.
- Experience with DCMA 8210.1C, OSHA, AFOSH, and state safety/health regulations.
Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.Clearance Level:
SecretOther 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 weekPay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $77,700 - $136,965. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $89,300 - $154,905. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
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 world's 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 ProfessionalBusiness Unit:
AERONAUTICS COMPANYRelocation Available:
PossibleCareer Area:
Miscellaneous EngineeringType:
Full-TimeShift:
FirstAt Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.
United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.
Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
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Entry Level Aircraft Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level aircraft engineer job?
Entry level aircraft engineer roles reward candidates who can show hands-on work. Employers at this level look for relevant coursework in aerospace or mechanical engineering, any internship or co-op experience, and familiarity with tools like CAD software or FAA regulatory frameworks. A focused portfolio of design or analysis projects gives you a real edge over candidates who rely on a degree alone.
Which companies hire entry level aircraft engineers?
Companies hiring entry level aircraft engineers right now include Garmin, Gulfstream Aerospace, and Air Evac Lifeteam, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of major aerospace manufacturers, defense contractors, and MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) operators, all of which regularly bring on new and junior engineers to support growing project pipelines.
Are there remote entry level aircraft engineer jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of aircraft engineering work. About 0% of entry level aircraft engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those tend to be in systems analysis, technical documentation, or software-adjacent engineering functions rather than roles involving physical components or aircraft directly.
Are these new grad aircraft engineer jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior aircraft engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-op work toward the requirement, or explicitly invites candidates who can demonstrate capability through a portfolio rather than a long professional history. Look for language like "entry level," "new grad," or "0-2 years" in the job description.
Which industries hire the most entry level aircraft engineers?
Entry level aircraft engineer roles concentrate in Aerospace & Defense, Manufacturing, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring at this level because they combine high production or maintenance volume with active workforce pipeline programs that are specifically designed to develop early-career engineering talent.