Materials Engineer, Senior (Level III)

28-Jul-2025 Materials Engineer, Senior (Level III) Space Alabama, California 698799BR Basic Qualifications Skill Requirements: Background in materials science, mechanical engineering, chemistry, or physics. Experience authoring and/or implementing technical requirements (materials and process specifications, program plans/requirements, etc.). Security Clearance / Work Authorization: To meet requirements of the program/customer, this position requires the selected employee to be a U.S. Citizen. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance Job Code/Title E1863:Materials Engineer Sr Job Description Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security, and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more we can innovate, invest, inspire, and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team on the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) program as a Senior Materials Engineer. In this role you will be working alongside design engineers, suppliers, quality, test, and manufacturing engineers to analyze and research materials and develop processes to tackle complex technical problems. In this role you will: Select Materials and Processes (M&P) on new designs Perform technical engineering assignments Troubleshoot problems and find innovative solutions Participate in the selection, qualification, testing, and failure analysis of M&P Prepare technical and progress reports on assigned tasks Prepare specifications, evaluate suppliers and analyze test reports Coordinate with other disciplines such as Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, and Procurement We're looking for: Self-motivated individual with a proven track record of resolving complex technical problems Strong team player with experience working in a geographically diverse team Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities and multiple projects Someone comfortable with communicating in a variety of forums The ability to work with management and program representatives at several levels This position requires a DoD security clearance. You must be a US Citizen for consideration. Desired skills Prior aerospace engineering experience. Experience in metallic material properties, processing, and characterization. Experience in composite material properties, processing, and characterization. Knowledge of environmental and operational requirements for materials in missile applications (such as flammability, dissimilar metals, stress corrosion, etc.). Familiar with non-conformance and failure analysis disposition. Good writing and verbal communication skills. Candidate must be capable of performing in a fast-paced, dynamic and team environment. Active or Current DoD Secret security clearance. Other Important Information By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to work remotely Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process. Select the Telework classification for this position Employee will telework 50% Ability to Telecommute Part time telecommuting Shift First Work Schedule Information Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Work Schedule 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Security Clearance Secret LMCareers Business Unit SPACE Program THAAD Department 73E6A00:Specialty-SMD Job Class Materials Engineering Job Category Experienced Professional City, State Huntsville-AL, SUNNYVALE-CA City Huntsville, Sunnyvale Zip 35805, 94089 Virtual no Relocation/Housing Stipend Available Possible Req Type Full-Time Direct/Indirect Direct * At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications. EEO Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. National Pay Statement Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $85,500 - $150,765. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: 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, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This position is incentive plan eligible. Premium Pay Statement Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $98,300 - $170,315. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: 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, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.