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Lockheed Martin · 2 months ago

Mechanical Engineer - Entry Level

Lockheed Martin Space is a leader in space technology and is seeking an entry-level mechanical engineer for their Kings Bay, Georgia location. The role involves providing engineering support for missile systems and requires the candidate to conduct research and develop solutions for mechanical issues related to missile hardware.

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Responsibilities

Provide mechanical engineering research and design requirement support for the assembly/disassembly, test, onload/offload of Trident II D5 missiles and missile subassemblies inside of restricted access areas alongside our Navy customer, various LM organizations, and appropriate contractors
Perform investigative research to develop solutions to mechanical anomalies/failures discovered during the processing of missile hardware (issues related to propulsion, structures, ordnance, controls, avionics, and reentry hardware, SU operations, missile packs/unpacks, etc.) based on design requirements and subsequently propose those resolutions for action
Apply mechanical engineering principles to develop design recommendations as required in order to correct/resolve difficult and complex anomalies
Lead engineering evaluations for new design changes, documentation, equipment, processes, or capabilities as required and document technical investigations in reports and provide status to management

Qualification

BSMERelated degreeMaterial Review Board certificationMechanical engineering principlesTechnical documentation skillsProactive initiativeTroubleshooting skillsCustomer service experienceEffective communication skills

Required

BSME from an ABET accredited college or an engineering degree in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Top Secret Security clearance. Cannot be a dual citizen. Interim Secret clearance required prior to start
Ability to obtain and maintain Material Review Board (MRB) certification
Ability and willingness to work around ordnance
Ability and willingness to work shiftwork & overtime
Word, Powerpoint, & Excel computer skills
Effective written & verbal communication skills
US Citizen, no dual citizenship

Preferred

Demonstrated experience in being proactive and taking initiative with projects/assignments
Demonstrated contributions to project milestones to meet commitments in order to preclude schedule impacts
Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting and applying technical knowledge to resolve anomalies
Demonstrated experience presenting technical information
Experience generating procedural documentation and ensuring procedural compliance
Previous experience reading technical drawings, engineering standards, military standards, weapons specifications, and/or ordnance documents
Previous experience working with mechanics, technicians, and/or fabricators
Previous experience working in a customer service environment

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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