Lockheed Martin · 1 month ago
Mechanical Engineer Sr
Vandenberg Village, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelLockheed Martin is a leading aerospace and defense company, and they are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for their Payload Launch Site Support Services Program. The role involves designing and maintaining systems that support spacecraft operations, ensuring project specifications are met, and collaborating with various teams to deliver results.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
Responsibilities
Design, operate, and maintain propellant loading systems, instrumentation, data collection, that support spacecraft fueling operations
Design, operate, and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems that support spacecraft transportation and launch pad operations
Perform facilities mechanical engineering tasks in support of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC-R) systems, HVAC controls, chilled and hot water distribution systems, and fire suppression systems
Conduct system performance evaluations and make appropriate recommendations to modify designs or repair equipment as needed
Apply knowledge in troubleshooting and proposing solutions for mechanical-related issues
Collaborate with other disciplines and departments to ensure understanding of project specifications and business needs, and deliver system level results
Direct the development, installation, and operation of new hardware and software systems
Ensure projects are completed on-time and within the specified budget
Qualification
Required
Design, operate, and maintain propellant loading systems, instrumentation, data collection, that support spacecraft fueling operations
Design, operate, and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems that support spacecraft transportation and launch pad operations
Perform facilities mechanical engineering tasks in support of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC-R) systems, HVAC controls, chilled and hot water distribution systems, and fire suppression systems
Conduct system performance evaluations and make appropriate recommendations to modify designs or repair equipment as needed
Apply knowledge in troubleshooting and proposing solutions for mechanical-related issues
Collaborate with other disciplines and departments to ensure understanding of project specifications and business needs, and deliver system level results
Direct the development, installation, and operation of new hardware and software systems
Ensure projects are completed on-time and within the specified budget
Preferred
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Demonstrated teamwork, communication, and inter-personal skills
Operational experience with high value, one-of-a-kind mechanical systems, including mechanical, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems that support spacecraft transportation, propellant loading, and launch pad operations
Experience in a design, build, test environment
Test planning, test execution, technical test documentation experience
Experience in presenting technical information with leadership, teammates, suppliers, vendors, and government customers
MAXIMO
Fluid Dynamics
HVAC systems
Solid modeling design CREO/PRO-E, Auto CAD
Structural analysis basic 'hand calculations' and FEA Finite Element Analysis
Chemistry, hypergolic fuel (propellant) knowledge and gas systems
Company
Lockheed Martin
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.
Founded in 1912
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
Leadership Team
Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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