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INTRODUCTION

Join the Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems team, where we tackle complex defense challenges through creativity and collaboration. If you're passionate about solving cutting-edge problems and shaping the future of defense technology, we want you on our team.

ROLE

The Senior Mechanical Engineer Staff (SMES) will serve as a technical leader within the RF and Microwave Packaging Design and Analysis team, responsible for delivering state-of-the-art electronic packaging solutions across multiple high-priority programs in the Sensors, Effectors & Mission Systems business. The SMES will drive the full-spectrum mechanical design, analysis, and integration of RF modules, CCAs, and shelter and cabinet assemblies. Technical focus will span Electronic Module, Analog, Digital, and Power Conversion designs, as well as Non-LRU Front End Electronics such as beamformers, circulator CCAs, radiating tiles, mmW sensors, and synthesizer/synchronizer cabinets. A primary objective will be pursuing innovations in materials, technologies, and processes to improve performance. The role will encompass guiding designs from conceptual through prototyping, production, and environmental testing, capturing lessons learned to inform continuous improvement in future generations of packaging. Additionally, the SMES will act as a principal technical point of contact on contracts and projects, coordinating with senior internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of mechanical and RF/microwave packaging solutions that meet rigorous organizational and programmatic objectives.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Strong mentoring skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Strong skills in CREO
• Strong skills in ANSYS Mechanical
• Experienced in Ansys ICEPAK
• CAM experience
• Strong skills in MATLAB

PAY INFORMATION

• $91,000.00 - $181,113.00

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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 (work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

BENEFITS OFFERED

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Additional specific benefits are dependent upon the business unit and the collective-bargaining agreement.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) 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.