Mechanical Engineering and Propulsion Asc. Manager jobs in United States
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Lockheed Martin · 2 months ago

Mechanical Engineering and Propulsion Asc. Manager

Lockheed Martin is a leader in the aerospace sector, focusing on innovation and technology in space. The Mechanical Engineering and Propulsion Asc. Manager will lead a team of analysts in designing a complex propulsion system, ensuring collaboration across various teams to deliver effective technical solutions.

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Responsibilities

Lead a team of thermal fluids analysts to support the design of a complex propulsion system
Drive integration with multiple IPT's and ensure close collaboration to ensure a sound technical solution
Responsible for the analysis teams' execution, schedule, budget, subcontracts and personnel
Ensure that the system can successfully execute the mission

Qualification

Aerospace design experiencePropulsion analysis experienceCFD (ANSYS FLUENT)Thermal fluids analysisModel development (first principles)Software proficiency MATLABSoftware proficiency PythonSoftware proficiency etc.Dynamic environment adaptabilityChange initiative implementationDrawing release understandingTeam leadershipEffective communication

Required

Demonstrated experience leading a team as a technical lead, LM L-Code lead, or similar management role
3+ years experience in aerospace design or analysis or equivalent
Experience with flight hardware or equivalent
Demonstrated ability to work across organizational boundaries
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance; US Citizenship required

Preferred

Experience as a propulsion, fluids or thermal analyst
Experience with CFD (ANSYS FLUENT)
Experience developing models from the ground up (first principles)
Highly effective communication skills, including ability to explain complex concepts, lead reviews, and negotiate requirements
Ability to operate in a dynamic environment and tackle numerous roles as part of the daily program operations
Willingness to wear multiple hats and do whatever is needed to help your team succeed
Prior experience implementing change initiatives
Understanding and experience with drawing release
Experience with any of the following software: MATLAB / Simulink, Python, Thermal Desktop, ANSYS, Pointwise, Spaceclaim, github, gitlab or Bitbucket

Benefits

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
Holidays

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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