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Lockheed Martin · 3 weeks ago

Mechanical Design Engineer Subject Matter Expert

Lockheed Martin is a leader in aerospace and defense, and they are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer Subject Matter Expert. The role involves serving as the technical authority for mechanical part designs, leading complex design efforts, and ensuring that designs meet critical performance and cost targets.

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Responsibilities

Serve as the technical authority for mechanical part designs on Advanced Programs
Lead complex mechanical design efforts and integrate structures and mechanisms
Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, producibility, and cost targets
Embed Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles into every mechanical‑engineering project
Apply hands‑on machining experience and advanced engineering expertise to create cost‑effective, high‑quality designs for high‑volume production
Maintain a strong grasp of NC machining programs and elevate design standards across traditional and emerging manufacturing technologies

Qualification

CNC machining processesNC programmingDesign for ManufacturabilityGeometric Dimensioning & TolerancingCAD/CAM platformsMachining hard materialsProject managementCollaboration skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Perform detailed analysis of mechanical design data, including CAD models, drawings, CNC Programming. Occasionally you may lead design activities
Provide actionable feedback on geometry, tolerances, material selection, surface finishes, and feature sizing to reduce machining time, tooling wear, and scrap rates
Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to develop and validate machining processes, tooling strategies, and fixture concepts
Expert level knowledge of CNC machining processes (milling, turning, drilling, grinding, EDM) and NC programming
Subject Matter Expert in geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
Experience using, NX CAM or CATIA V5 and Machining work benches for NC program development using proper holding methods and cutter selection for various 5-axis machine tools
Experience with the machining of hard metallic materials that may be billet or Additively grown
Proven ability to efficiently manage multiple concurrent tasks and deadlines, prioritize workload, and maintain high-quality results under pressure
Demonstrated ability to independently assess workload, establish personal priorities, and allocate time and resources effectively to meet deadlines and achieve objectives
Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate complex tasks that span multiple programs, aligning cross functional teams, managing inter program dependencies, and delivering results on schedule and within budget

Preferred

Proven proficiency in NC programming in an Aerospace or Automotive environment
Advanced Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Advanced fluency with CAD/CAM platforms (SolidWorks / Creo / CATIA, Mastercam, Siemens NX, PowerMILL, Fusion 360)
Proven track record of implementing DFM/DFA principles that reduced cost, cycle time, and scrap rates
Competence in using metrology software (CMM, laser scanning) for in process verification

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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