Loads and Dynamics Analyst Mechanical Engineer - Mid Career jobs in United States
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Lockheed Martin · 3 months ago

Loads and Dynamics Analyst Mechanical Engineer - Mid Career

Lockheed Martin is a leader in space technology, aiming to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation and reduce costs. The Loads and Dynamics Analyst will conduct state-of-the-art analysis for missile systems, focusing on structural dynamics and testing in a multi-disciplined team environment.

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Responsibilities

Lead structural dynamic analyses for missile and spacecraft flight hardware
Perform loads development (primary structure and component level), shock and vibration environments determination and component and system level testing and data evaluation
Produce and maintain models generated from both in-house and commercially available software codes, that simulate mechanical loading conditions, mechanism deployment motions, and the response behavior of missile segment and spacecraft separation events
Prepare test plans; static, separation dynamics, vibration, modal and shock test execution, and post-test reports. You will be an important part of our product development team, where effective communication is critical
Utilize software for signal processing and post test data analysis
Support dynamic test definitions, requirements development, test monitoring, data reduction, and comparison to analysis efforts
Providing user documentation and recommendations to data packages to support peer and customer reviews, present analysis data to engineering teams, customer technical representatives, and Program Office personnel at technical interchange meetings and design reviews
Provide review, interpretation, flow down, and implementation of program requirements, and plan tasks and review budget and schedule to reduce cost and cycle time

Qualification

Finite Element AnalysisStructural DynamicsStaticShock AnalysisAbaqusMatlabNX/NastranSignal Processing SoftwareTeam CollaborationCreativityCommunication Skills

Required

Basic understanding of structures and structural dynamics either through education or work experience
Proficiency in application of finite element analysis principles as well as rigid and flexible body models
Knowledge of spacecraft or aircraft structural dynamic methods and testing
Static, vibration, acoustic, modal, or shock analysis/test experience
A bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace program or equivalent from an accredited college/university and/or equivalent education or experience
Must be a US Citizen, and hold the ability to obtain and hold a Secret clearance

Preferred

A Master's degree is strongly preferred for this position
Experience evaluating designs using rigid body or flexible body analysis methods and tools
Utilize software for signal processing and post test data analysis
Mechanisms, antenna, electronic component, ground support, hoisting, and test support equipment, and composite materials analysis experience
Experience with Abaqus, NX/Nastran, Matlab, ADAMS, Wave6 and Mathcad
Ability and desire to assume ownership of tasks and drive to closure quickly and efficiently
Creativity/innovation to tackle issues related to anomalous performance of any aspect of a mechanical system
Ability to work in a collaborative and highly integrated team environment
Active Secret Clearance

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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