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Lockheed Martin · 1 month ago

Mechanical Engineering Manager – Thermal / Fluids

positionEnglewood, CO
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level

Lockheed Martin Space is focused on harnessing the potential of space to innovate and secure the future. The Mechanical Engineering Manager will lead a team of thermal fluids analysts in designing complex propulsion systems, ensuring integration and collaboration across multiple teams to achieve mission success.

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Responsibilities

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

Qualification

CFD (ANSYS FLUENT)Thermal fluids analysisModel development (first principles)MATLAB / SimulinkPythonThermal DesktopANSYSDrawing releaseDynamic environment adaptabilityChange initiatives implementationHighly effective communicationTeam collaboration

Required

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

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.
dateFounded in 1912
location
Bethesda, Maryland, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.lockheedmartin.com

H1B Sponsorship

Lockheed Martin has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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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

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